The much-anticipated 2025 Ryder Cup is set to commence at Bethpage Black in New York, opening with an intriguing series of four morning foursome pairings. The tournament promises three thrilling days of intense match play competition, with high-caliber lineups from both Team Europe and Team USA taking center stage.
The first pairing tees off at 7:10 a.m. ET, featuring Europe’s formidable duo Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton, who boast impressive records and have experienced significant success as partners. They face off against Team USA’s equally dynamic pair, Bryson DeChambeau and Justin Thomas. Both teams are eager to secure an early advantage in what is always a fiercely contested event.
Europe’s captain Luke Donald expressed confidence in Rahm and Hatton as a solid opener, highlighting their strong partnership and previous victories. “Jon is 4-0 in foursomes, and Tyrrell with him were 2-0 from [the 2023 Ryder Cup],” noted Donald, emphasizing the pair’s winning synergy.
Conversely, U.S. captain Keegan Bradley is enthusiastic about the energy DeChambeau and Thomas bring to the team, particularly praising DeChambeau’s leadership qualities. This blend of talent and camaraderie is set to ignite the fairways in a captivating clash.
The second match, starting at 7:26 a.m., sees Ludvig Åberg and Matt Fitzpatrick representing Europe against Scottie Scheffler and rookie Russell Henley from the U.S., each offering a fresh dynamic to their respective teams.
Following closely, at 7:42 a.m., Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood will challenge the skilled American pair of Collin Morikawa and Harris English, while the final morning match at 7:58 a.m. features Robert MacIntyre and Viktor Hovland of Europe taking on the U.S. team of Xander Schauffele and Patrick Cantlay.
The afternoon four-ball matches will follow, starting at 12:25 p.m., with the specific participants to be decided post-morning session by the captains.
This Ryder Cup marks an opportunity for the U.S. to try and reclaim the trophy from Europe, who secured a 16 1/2 – 11 1/2 victory in the 2023 tournament in Rome, Italy. Captains select their pairings strategically, often keeping selections secret from their opponents until play commences, adding an element of suspense and tactical intrigue.
Golf enthusiasts can catch all the live action as NBC holds broadcasting rights for the event. Coverage will span across NBC’s primary network, the Golf Channel, USA Network, and include streaming options on Peacock and the Ryder Cup app.
The schedule includes extensive coverage with foursomes and four-balls spread over the first two days, followed by the singles matches on Sunday. This setup promises a memorable tournament filled with strategic plays, skillful shots, and the trademark camaraderie and rivalry that makes the Ryder Cup a unique spectacle in the sports world. As the teams gear up, fans worldwide eagerly await the unfolding drama, hoping for an unforgettable display of golfing prowess and sportsmanship.