The Ryder Cup returns in 2025, bringing together the best golfers from the United States and Europe in one of sport’s most intense and iconic competitions. This year’s edition promises to be particularly special as it takes place at Bethpage Black, one of the most challenging and legendary courses in the world.
Dates and Venue
The 45th Ryder Cup will be staged from Friday, September 26 to Sunday, September 28, 2025, at Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York. This is the first time the famous public course, known for its brutal difficulty and iconic warning sign, will host the Ryder Cup.
Format of Play
The competition will follow the traditional Ryder Cup format with 28 points available across three days:
- Friday, September 26 – Morning foursomes and afternoon fourballs.
- Saturday, September 27 – Morning foursomes and afternoon fourballs.
- Sunday, September 28 – 12 singles matches to decide the contest.
To win the Cup, the United States needs 14½ points, while Europe requires 14 points to retain the trophy.
Start Times
- Friday and Saturday: Morning foursomes begin at 7:10 AM ET, followed by fourballs from around 12:25 PM ET.
- Sunday: Singles matches tee off at approximately 12:02 PM ET.
How to Watch in the USA
American fans will have wall-to-wall coverage across television and streaming platforms:
- TV Coverage: NBC and USA Network will share broadcast duties across the three days.
- Streaming: Peacock and the NBC Sports app will provide full live streaming, including featured groups and special programming.
- Lead-in Coverage: Golf Channel will carry additional shows, analysis, and pre-round coverage throughout the week.
What to Expect
The atmosphere at Bethpage Black is expected to be electric, with New York fans known for their passion and energy. The course’s difficulty combined with the partisan crowd should create one of the most dramatic Ryder Cups in history.
The stage is set: the United States will look to reclaim the trophy on home soil, while Team Europe will fight to defend their crown. With star players on both sides and one of golf’s most iconic venues as the backdrop, the 2025 Ryder Cup is set to deliver unforgettable moments.
