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Sam Burns, a rising star in the world of golf, found himself in quite the predicament when Captain Zach Johnson called to invite him to be a part of the Ryder Cup team. Little did Burns know that this life-changing moment would unfold while he was using the bathroom, resulting in a hilariously unforgettable story that quickly went viral.

As one of the six captain’s picks for the USA Ryder Cup team, Burns was thrilled to represent his country for the first time. Alongside three other rookies, he embraced the opportunity with enthusiasm and determination.

The extraordinary manner in which Burns received his invitation became a talking point when he shared the story during an interview on Sirius XM’s Ryder Cup Radio station. Having finished the Tour Championship, Johnson had informed a group of players that he would make the final announcements on Monday. On that particular morning, while awaiting the phone call, Burns found himself urgently needing to use the bathroom.

Returning home with his wife Caroline after a visit to a coffee shop, Burns was caught off guard while sitting on the toilet seat. Justin Thomas, one of his fellow golfers, started texting him, inquiring if he had received any news yet. Juggling texting and nature’s call, Burns had to answer when Johnson’s call came through.

In a perfectly timed moment, Johnson, as the captain of the US Ryder Cup team, officially invited Burns to join the prestigious event. Amidst the awkwardness and hilarity of the situation, Burns found himself mid-poop, shedding tears of joy upon hearing the news.

As Burns tried to finish up, wipe, and exit the bathroom, he had the added task of sharing the exciting development with his wife, who overheard his speakerphone conversation with Johnson. The comical sequence of events concluded with Burns giving Caroline a thumbs up, signifying his invitation to the Ryder Cup team.

Ironically, one of the most significant moments of Burns’ life happened in such an unexpected and private setting. This bizarre blend of reality and laughter will undoubtedly remain etched in his memory forever.

On the first day of the Ryder Cup, Burns, alongside his best friend Scottie Scheffler, will step onto the course as the opening match during the Foursomes session. They will be pitted against formidable opponents in the form of Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton, setting the stage for an exciting debut for Burns.

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