The highly anticipated 2025 Ryder Cup, one of golf’s premier events, kicks off this Friday, promising an exciting competition between some of the world’s top players. This year marks the 45th edition of the Ryder Cup, and the event will be hosted at the Black Course of Bethpage State Park in Farmington, New York. Leading the charge are Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy, ranked No. 1 and No. 2 respectively in the Official World Golf Rankings.
As the United States aims for its third consecutive home victory, Team Europe is vying to claim victory as a road team for the first time since their narrow triumph at Medinah in 2012. Historically, the United States has a stronghold in Ryder Cup competitions, boasting a 27-15-2 overall series lead. However, Europe has dominated recent years, capturing eight of the past eleven Ryder Cups, including wins on American soil.
A key storyline this year is Scottie Scheffler, who had a standout season by winning two out of four major championships. He hopes to alter the narrative for top-ranked players who have struggled in the Ryder Cup since 1999, managing only a 38% win rate. In 2021, Scheffler impressively contributed with a 2-0-1 record but faced challenges during the 2023 event, recording an 0-2-2 outcome in the U.S.’s five-point loss to Europe.
Adding to the drama is the rivalry between Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau. The two have exchanged words following a tense final pairing at the 2025 Masters. McIlroy responded to recent comments from DeChambeau, who intends to make his presence known during the Ryder Cup. McIlroy quipped, “I think the only way he gets attention is by mentioning other people,” suggesting DeChambeau’s need to invoke the names of top players like himself and Scottie Scheffler for relevance.
Looking forward, future Ryder Cup venues are already in place, showcasing a mix of iconic courses across both continents. After Bethpage Black Course in 2025, the competition will travel to the Golf Course at Adare Manor in Ireland in 2027, followed by Hazeltine National Golf Club in Minnesota in 2029. The Olympic Club in San Francisco will host in 2033, and Congressional Country Club in Maryland will take the reins in 2037, highlighting the rotation between the U.S. and Europe for this celebrated tournament.
The stage is set for another thrilling edition of the Ryder Cup, as players seek glory and the chance to etch their names into golf history.