Bradley confirmed he has not signed a captain’s agreement with Luke Donald and Team Europe, which outlines the rules and abilities of captains and vice-captains. Traditionally, only captains are allowed to give players advice during competitive Ryder Cup rounds, though that responsibility can be passed to a vice captain. That, presumably, could be a point of contention for both sides, as Bradley would likely want one of his vice captains to be able to give out advice while Bradley is on the course.
‘We have a plan’: Keegan Bradley reveals U.S. Ryder Cup Team has developed contingency for playing captain possibility
