Stenson was due to captain Team Europe at last year's Ryder Cup, but was stripped of the role after agreeing to sign up for the Saudi-backed LIV Golf circuit in 2022.

He was replaced by Luke Donald, who led Team Europe to victory over the US in Rome.

In recent months, there have been calls from top players, such as four-time major winner Rory McIlroy, for the DP World Tour to rewrite the rules on eligibility for the Ryder Cup so LIV players can qualify for the biennial team competition.

Stenson returns to the Saudi Open this week after finishing second behind Thailand's Denwit Boriboonsub last year.

--ChannelAfrica--