Lee Westwood rules himself out of contention for 2023 Ryder Cup captaincy

Westwood was a strong favourite to be handed the task of regaining the Ryder Cup in Rome in 2023

Lee Westwood has ruled himself out of the running to be Europe’s Ryder Cup captain in 2023 (Anthony Behar/PA)

Lee Westwood has ruled himself out of the running to be Europe’s next Ryder Cup captain.

Westwood was a strong favourite to be handed the task of regaining the trophy in Rome in 2023 after being part of the side which suffered a record 19-9 defeat at Whistling Straits in September.