No anthem protest from U.S. Presidents Cup team, says Stricker


  • Golf
  • Wednesday, 27 Sep 2017

Jun 17, 2017; Erin, WI, USA; Steve Stricker acknowledges the gallery applause on the 18th green during the third round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Erin Hills. Mandatory Credit: Michael Madrid-USA TODAY Sports

LIBERTY NATIONAL, New Jersey (Reuters) - The United States team at this week's Presidents Cup will not protest during the national anthem, captain Steve Stricker said on Tuesday.

Speaking two days before the start of the biennial event against an International team, Stricker said his players would follow the usual protocol if they are present when the anthem is sung before the first match on Thursday.

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