Viktor Hovland has never shied away from speaking honestly about his struggles. Earlier this year, his blunt remark about his game left the golf world stunned. And now, just after securing his third consecutive Ryder Cup selection, he once again chose transparency over celebration. While many of his peers expressed pure joy, Hovland instead opened up about the difficult stretch he had to overcome.

After being picked by Luke Donald for the 2025 edition, Hovland was asked about his calm and positive demeanor in the face of adversity. Rather than soaking in the praise, he responded with a touch of humor. “Well, it’s nice to see that I’ve got you fooled. I appreciate the kind words.” But then he peeled back the curtain on the reality behind that calm exterior. “I’ve had some tough times o

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