Team USA is determined to reclaim the Ryder Cup trophy on home soil.
Fortunately, Team USA boasts a formidable lineup including Scottie Scheffler, J.J. Spaun, Xander Schauffele, Russell Henley, Harris English, and Bryson DeChambeau, all prepared to represent their nation. Nevertheless, they face a tough challenge against a strong European squad featuring Rory McIlroy, Robert MacIntyre, Tommy Fleetwood, Justin Rose, Rasmus Højgaard, and Tyrrell Hatton. The tournament promises thrilling action over several days at Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York.
Below are some of the standout moments from the opening day of play on Friday.
- Rasmus Højgaard mirrored his twin brother`s memorable Ryder Cup debut.
- J.J. Spaun marked his Ryder Cup debut with a birdie on his very first hole.
- Afternoon four-ball matches announced
- Europe leads U.S. 3-1 after morning matches
- Europe claimed its third point during the morning`s intense matches.
- U.S. loses opening match
- Hatton and Rahm successfully secured Europe`s initial point.
- Hatton and Rahm extend their lead
- Schauffele and Cantlay took the lead.
- Scheffler`s struggles persist on Day 1
- Day 1 Update: Europe leads in 3 of 4 matches
- Ludvig Åberg successfully converted a birdie putt.
- McIlroy maintained his impressive form.
- Xander Schauffele delivered a crucial putt.
- McIlroy and Fleetwood extended their lead to 2 up.
- Jon Rahm played an impressive shot from a challenging lie.
- Rory McIlroy birdied the first hole.
- Scottie Scheffler scored an early birdie.
- Europe secured its first birdie of the day.
- A strong start for Team U.S.A.
- Bryson DeChambeau teed off first.
- Bethpage was alive with excitement.
- Arrival at Bethpage Black.
Rasmus Højgaard mirrored his twin brother`s memorable Ryder Cup debut.
J.J. Spaun marked his Ryder Cup debut with a birdie on his very first hole.
Afternoon four-ball matches announced
- 12:25 PM ET: Scottie Scheffler & J.J. Spaun vs. Jon Rahm & Sepp Straka
- 12:41 PM ET: Bryson DeChambeau & Ben Griffin vs. Tommy Fleetwood & Justin Rose
- 12:57 PM ET: Cameron Young & Justin Thomas vs. Ludvig Åberg & Rasmus Højgaard
- 1:13 PM ET: Sam Burns & Patrick Cantlay vs. Rory McIlroy & Shane Lowry
Europe leads U.S. 3-1 after morning matches
Europe secured a 3-1 lead over the U.S. after the morning sessions. The European team dominated three of the four foursomes matches on Friday, establishing an early advantage in the 2025 Ryder Cup. Despite an initial birdie on the first hole, Bryson DeChambeau and Justin Thomas failed to maintain momentum, losing their opening match 4 and 3 to Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton. The subsequent two matches were equally decisive, with Ludvig Åberg-Matt Fitzpatrick and Rory McIlroy-Tommy Fleetwood securing comfortable victories. The U.S. managed to salvage a point when Xander Schauffele and Patrick Cantlay won the final morning match 2 up. The afternoon four-ball matches are scheduled to commence at 12:25 PM ET.
Europe claimed its third point during the morning`s intense matches.
U.S. loses opening match
The U.S. suffered a defeat in its opening match. U.S. captain Keegan Bradley had strategically placed Bryson DeChambeau and Justin Thomas as the first pair on Friday, hoping for an early boost. However, England`s Tyrrell Hatton and Spain`s Jon Rahm secured a comfortable 4-and-3 victory, giving Europe its first point. Thomas`s missed 6-foot par putt on the par-4 15th sealed the loss. Given his putting performance, it wouldn`t be surprising if Thomas were benched for the afternoon four-ball matches.
Hatton and Rahm successfully secured Europe`s initial point.
Hatton and Rahm extend their lead
Hatton and Rahm extended their lead, further dimming American hopes. England`s Tyrrell Hatton sank an 8-foot birdie putt on the 13th hole, putting his pair with Jon Rahm 3 up on Bryson DeChambeau and Justin Thomas with only five holes remaining. The Europeans have carded four birdies in the last seven holes, while the U.S. duo hasn`t managed one since the opening hole. Thomas`s struggles with his putter are a concerning development.
Schauffele and Cantlay took the lead.
Scheffler`s struggles persist on Day 1
Scottie Scheffler is enduring another challenging performance in Ryder Cup foursomes. The world`s top-ranked golfer previously lost two alternate-shot matches in Italy in 2023, including a historic 9-and-7 defeat (alongside Brooks Koepka) to Ludvig Åberg and Viktor Hovland. Currently, Åberg and Matt Fitzpatrick hold a commanding 4-up lead over Scheffler and Russell Henley through 10 holes. European captain Luke Donald`s decision to split the successful Åberg/Hovland pairing this week was questioned, but it appears to be paying off so far.
Day 1 Update: Europe leads in 3 of 4 matches
The atmosphere at Bethpage Black is tense for the American side. One can only hope they aren`t compensated based on birdies, as the Europeans are once again decisively outplaying them in foursomes. The European team claimed 10 of the first 13 holes across the four alternate-shot matches, racking up 10 birdies compared to America`s three. While this morning session is far from over, the scenario strongly echoes the opening Friday in Italy two years prior.
