International Team Captain Mike Weir announced Japan’s Shigeki Maruyama as his fifth and final captain’s assistant for the 2024 Presidents Cup, which returns to The Royal Montreal Golf Club in Montreal, Sept. 24-29. Maruyama joins fellow captains assistants Ernie Els, Trevor Immelman, Geoff Ogilvy and Camilo Villegas, who were announced in April.
Maruyama competed in the Presidents Cup in 1998 and 2000, compiling a 6-2-0 record, including a 5-0-0 performance in the former, when the International Team defeated the U.S. Team in Australia, 20.5-11.5. He is one of only six players in Presidents Cup history to post a 5-0-0 record on the week.
“I am thrilled to announce Shigeki as my fifth captain’s assistant for the 2024 Presidents Cup,” said Weir. “His record in this event speaks for itself, but more importantly, he adds a trusted voice in our team room and is someone who will inspire these 12 players through his unwavering support and dynamic personality.”
Maruyama won three times during his PGA TOUR career, with his last victory coming at the 2003 Wyndham Championship. The 54-year-old posted three top-10 finishes in major championships, including a career-best T4 at the 2004 U.S. Open. Maruyama won 10 times on the Japan Golf Tour and represented Japan in the 2002 World Cup of Golf, partnering with Toshimitsu Izawa to notch a two-shot victory over the United States team of Phil Mickelson and David Toms.
“Representing the International Team in the Presidents Cup as both a player in 1998 and 2000 and later as a captain’s assistant in 2013 was one of the most valuable experiences in my golf career,” said Maruyama. “I am honored that Captain Weir has given me the chance to be part of this special brotherhood once again. I am looking forward to a great week in Montreal and helping to deliver an incredible atmosphere for our players and fans in Canada.”
2024 Presidents Cup: A Look at the Teams and Format
The 2024 Presidents Cup is a biennial golf competition between the United States and an International team consisting of players from outside Europe. The event will be held at The Royal Montreal Golf Club in Montreal, Canada, from Sept. 24-29. The competition is played in a Ryder Cup-style format, with matches held over four days. The format for the competition includes four sessions of fourball matches, four sessions of foursome matches, and 12 singles matches.
The United States team is currently ranked as the favorite to win the Presidents Cup, but the International team has been making strides in recent years, and they will be looking to upset the Americans on home soil. The International team will be led by captain Mike Weir, while the U.S. team will be captained by Zach Johnson. The teams are comprised of the top players in the world, and the competition is always fierce.
What to Expect in Montreal
The 2024 Presidents Cup will be a special event, as it is being held in Canada for the first time since 2007. The Canadian fans are expected to be passionate and supportive of the International team, and they could play a role in helping the International team pull off an upset.
The Royal Montreal Golf Club is a challenging course, and it will test the skills of the players. The course is known for its tight fairways and challenging greens. The players will need to be accurate off the tee and make putts to succeed. The International team will need to play their best golf to have any chance of winning the Presidents Cup, but with the support of the Canadian fans, they will be confident going into the competition.
The Importance of Shigeki Maruyama to the International Team
Maruyama is a respected veteran of the Presidents Cup, and his experience will be invaluable to the International team. He has a deep understanding of the competition and the players, and he will be able to provide valuable insights and guidance to the team. Maruyama’s record in the Presidents Cup speaks for itself, and he is a proven performer in this event. He is also known for his positive attitude and his ability to motivate his teammates, which will be important in helping the International team stay focused and confident throughout the competition.
A Look Back at the 2007 Presidents Cup
The last time the Presidents Cup was held in Canada was in 2007, and it was a memorable event for the International team. The Americans were heavily favored to win the competition, but the International team put up a fight and almost pulled off an upset. The highlight of the event was a singles match between Mike Weir and Tiger Woods, which Weir won. This victory was a major upset, as Woods was considered to be the best golfer in the world at the time. It also gave the International team a much-needed boost of confidence and helped to inspire the fans.
Weir’s Captains Assistants – A Blend of Experience and Talent
Captain Weir has assembled a strong team of assistants for the 2024 Presidents Cup, and they will be working together to help the International team succeed. Ernie Els, Trevor Immelman, Geoff Ogilvy and Camilo Villegas all bring a wealth of experience to the team. Els is a former world No. 1 and a two-time Open Champion, Immelman is a former Masters Champion, Ogilvy is a former U.S. Open Champion, and Villegas is a former World Golf Championship winner. This group of assistants has a combined 14 major championship wins, and they will be able to provide valuable insights and guidance to the International team. With such a strong team of assistants, Weir will be confident going into the competition.
The International Team’s Quest for a Victory
The International team is looking to win the Presidents Cup for the first time since 1998. They have been close in recent years, but they have not been able to get over the hump. The team is determined to win the Presidents Cup in 2024, and they will be looking to make history in Montreal. With the support of the Canadian fans, the International team will be looking to make a statement at the 2024 Presidents Cup.
Canada’s Hometown Heroes
The International team will be looking to draw inspiration from the Canadian fans, who will be out in force to support the team. The Canadians will be hoping to see their countrymen succeed on the world stage, and they will be rooting for the International team every step of the way. The Canadian players on the International team will be looking to capitalize on the support of the home crowd, and they will be looking to make their mark on the competition. The Canadians have a chance to make history, and they will be looking to give the Canadian fans something to cheer about.
The 2024 Presidents Cup: A Competition Not to be Missed
The 2024 Presidents Cup is shaping up to be a highly competitive and exciting event. The International team will be looking to make a statement, and they will be looking to upset the Americans on home soil. The Canadian fans will be out in force to support the team, and they will be hoping to see their countrymen succeed. The 2024 Presidents Cup is a competition not to be missed.
