ATLANTA - U.S. Ryder Cup captain Zach Johnson has announced his six picks to complete the American roster for the upcoming Ryder Cup in Rome. The selections are sure to draw controversy as they include some unexpected choices.

The captain's picks for the 2023 American Ryder Cup team are:

1. Brooks Koepka - The 2023 PGA champion left the PGA Tour to play on the LIV Golf tour but performed well enough to earn a spot on the team. Koepka has a record of 6-5-1 in three previous Ryder Cup appearances.

2. Rickie Fowler - A career resurgence has landed Fowler on his fifth Ryder Cup team. He has a record of 3-7-5 in previous appearances.

3. Jordan Spieth - Despite a recent rough stretch, Spieth brings undeniable talent and Ryder Cup experience to the team. He has a record of 8-7-3 in four previous Ryder Cups.

4. Collin Morikawa - Morikawa has had a strong start to his career, winning two majors. Although he has cooled off recently, his performance at the Tour Championship and FedEx Cup earned him a spot. He has a record of 3-0-1 in one previous Ryder Cup appearance.

5. Sam Burns - Although he has never played in a Ryder Cup, Burns' consistent performance on the Tour this year earned him a spot on the team. He is currently ranked 22nd in the world.

6. Justin Thomas - The most controversial pick, Thomas has seen a decline in his game over the past year and failed to qualify for the FedEx Cup playoffs. However, his previous Ryder Cup experience and positive contributions to the team make him a valuable addition. Thomas has a record of 6-2-1 in two previous Ryder Cups.

These six picks will join the six players who had already qualified for the team: Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele, Max Homa, Brian Harman, Wyndham Clark, and Patrick Cantlay.

The announcement leaves several notable players on the outside looking in, including Keegan Bradley, Bryson DeChambeau, Cam Young, Tony Finau, and Russell Henley, who could have made compelling cases for inclusion.

Now that the team has been finalized, the U.S. squad will focus on preparing for the Ryder Cup, which will take place in Rome next month.