Looking forward to 2025 Ryder Cup! It will be held on the legendary Bethpage Black course in New York, beginning Friday, Sept. 26. This prestigious golf event will feature fierce competition between the United States and Europe, with both teams showcasing some of the best talents in the sport. Major winner Keegan Bradley will captain the U.S. side, with the team from Europe being led by Luke Donald. Combined, they’ll lead their athletes through a heart-pounding gauntlet of games in multiple formats over the exhilarating three-day tournament.
The action begins in earnest on Friday, with two full day sessions tentatively scheduled. The inaugural session will include the first day in quads where each team has two players alternating shots using one ball. This unique format challenges both collaboration and tactics in equal measure, creating a perfect backdrop for spirited rivalry. The afternoon session will change to four-ball (better ball) format. In this thrilling new round, each player plays their own ball and the team takes the lowest individual score on that hole. The first match is scheduled to begin at 7:10 AM ET (12:10 PM BST), promising a thrilling start to the event.
United States Team Dynamics
The United States team is nothing if not pure talent and experience. Other key players are Sam Burns, Patrick Cantlay, Bryson DeChambeau, Scottie Scheffler and many more. Each member has different strengths and they use those together to play to their strengths and form a powerful strategy. With Bradley at the helm, they’re looking to build from that experience and turn their skills and teamwork into wins.
In recent years, the United States has never lost a Ryder Cup on home soil since 2012. This reality provides additional motivation and urgency. They’re getting ready to beat back their competition from across the pond. The American team has headliners such as Justin Thomas and Collin Morikawa. Both players have shown their mettle in past tournaments.
Europe’s Strong Lineup
Across the pond, Europe has one of their strongest teams ever, with 2023 captain Luke Donald at the helm. The European contingent doesn’t lack for star power with players like Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm and Viktor Hovland. These athletes are competitive and fierce warriors, best known for their tenacity and for having helped bring home the trophy to Europe in past tournaments.
Even with their all-star cast, Europe have a difficult road to victory. Their last Ryder Cup glint of gold on United States soil came in 2012. This is creating additional urgency to their campaign for 2025. Ryder Cup rookies Tommy Fleetwood and Shane Lowry could prove to be crucial in getting Donald’s plans into play. They’re all passionate about writing a different story than the last few years.
Broadcast Information and Match Format
Experience the 2025 Ryder Cup live from all angles, exclusively on NBC Sports. In the UK, Sky Sports will show all the action, and NBC will be in charge of broadcasts in the States. Fancode will be streaming the game in India and Fox Sports will have the action in Australia.
Meanwhile, as Sunday approaches, excitement builds among spectators. They’ll be treated to an electrifying final day of 12 singles matches that will ultimately crown the winning side. With neither side having won in the last six editions of this prestigious event, anticipation continues to build as both teams gear up for what promises to be an unforgettable competition.
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