Justin Thomas drops all-time response to Presidents Cup snub: He’s becoming a dad in late November

Justin Thomas, a fixture in U.S. international team competitions since 2016, was left off the roster for this year’s Presidents Cup in Montreal. U.S. team captain Jim Furyk opted for other players, marking a rare absence for Thomas, whose stellar 17-7-4 team record is among the best of his generation.

Despite the snub, Thomas responded with grace on Instagram, expressing support for his teammates and vowing to use this as motivation to make future teams. “Jim has put together a great team. I will be the first one pulling for them,” he wrote, showcasing his sportsmanship and resolve.

However, Thomas had some personal news that softened the blow of his exclusion. In the same post, he revealed that he and his wife, Jillian, are expecting their first child in late November.

Married since 2022, Thomas noted that this time away from the Presidents Cup offers a chance to focus on personal growth, rest, and preparing for fatherhood.

The announcement served as a subtle yet powerful reminder that life’s milestones often transcend professional setbacks. With his eyes on future events like the Ryder Cup in 2025, Thomas seems poised to return stronger, both as a golfer and as a new dad.