Bethpage Black, New York, September 29, 2025
News Summary
The 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black witnessed a thrilling three-day competition where Team Europe retained the trophy against Team USA. After establishing a commanding 12-5 lead, Europe weathered a fierce American comeback, ultimately sealing the win with a final score of 15-13. Key moments included Shane Lowry’s crucial putt that secured the 14th point for Europe, alongside vital contributions from Tyrell Hatton. The match energized fans and marked Europe’s first away victory since Medinah.
New York — Europe Strikes Fast, Holds On and Walks Away with the Ryder Cup
Drama on Black: a three-day tug-of-war
If you like edge-of-your-seat sports theatre, the 2025 Ryder Cup delivered. The 2025 Ryder Cup took place at Bethpage Black in New York, marking the 45th edition of the event. This was supposed to be a home-court roar for Team USA, but Team Europe kept its cool and did what champions do: they found a way.
The competition format involved five sessions of golf, with 28 points available across the three days. Each team played four foursomes and four fourball matches on Friday and Saturday, followed by Sunday singles matches. The first team to reach 14.5 points would secure victory. Team Europe, as defending champions, needed to accumulate 14 points to retain the Ryder Cup.
How it went down — quick snapshot
Team Europe stamped authority early, and by the time Sunday rolled around the scoreboard read 12 to 5 for Europe — a 7-point cushion that put the pressure squarely on the Americans. Team USA needed the largest-ever comeback under the current format, having faced a 7-point deficit going into Sunday singles with a score of 12 to 5 for Europe.
The United States team fought back hard on Sunday. The Americans closed the gap with a series of gutsy singles wins, turning a potentially sleepy finish into a white-knuckle finale. The match was closely contested, with Team USA making a strong drive to close the gap on Sunday.
Key moments that decided it
One of the turning points came in a tightly poised match involving Shane Lowry and Russell Henley. Shane Lowry secured the definitive 14th point for Team Europe with a birdie putt on the 18th hole to halve his match against Russell Henley. That single stroke instantly changed the mood on the range and made the math simple for Europe.
Not long before that, another crucial contribution was logged: Tyrell Hatton also contributed a crucial half-point against Collin Morikawa, sealing the overall victory for Europe. Between them they closed the door on a remarkable American fightback.
There were setbacks too. Viktor Hovland withdrew from his match due to a neck injury, resulting in his match against Harris English being declared a tie. That unexpected development shifted pairings and momentum on a day when every half-point mattered.
Captaincy, strategy and the set-up
Team USA was captained by Keegan Bradley, who oversaw a squad that showed resilience but ultimately came up short. Team Europe was captained by Luke Donald and included 11 players returning from the 2023 victory in Rome. The format of the competition was adjusted, allowing for an easier setup that inadvertently favored the European players. The United States team struggled in the first two days but demonstrated resilience on Sunday.
Broadcast and timing
On the final day, the first tee shot was scheduled for 5:02 PM on September 28, 2025. The live coverage of the Ryder Cup was available on Sky Sports Golf.
The final tally and what it means
The final score of the Ryder Cup was 15-13 in favor of Team Europe. That scoreline confirmed Europe’s hold on the trophy and marked Europe’s first away victory since Medinah in 2012. For fans, players and captains, it was a week of skill, nerves and the kind of unpredictable swings that make match play irresistible.
Why fans will talk about this one
This Ryder Cup had it all: spectacular shots, momentum swings, injury drama and a Sunday where the comeback almost happened. Europe’s ability to build a big lead, absorb pressure and still come away with the win will be dissected for months. The Americans can take comfort in their late charge and the raw fight they showed under pressure, while Europe will celebrate a gritty, historic win on foreign soil.
FAQ
What was the location and edition of the Ryder Cup?
The 2025 Ryder Cup took place at Bethpage Black in New York, marking the 45th edition of the event.
How was the competition formatted?
The competition format involved five sessions of golf, with 28 points available across the three days.
What was the winning score?
The final score of the Ryder Cup was 15-13 in favor of Team Europe.
Who secured the decisive point for Europe?
Shane Lowry secured the definitive 14th point for Team Europe with a birdie putt on the 18th hole to halve his match against Russell Henley.
Who else made a crucial contribution to the win?
Tyrell Hatton also contributed a crucial half-point against Collin Morikawa, sealing the overall victory for Europe.
What happened with Viktor Hovland?
Viktor Hovland withdrew from his match due to a neck injury, resulting in his match against Harris English being declared a tie.
When did the final day start and where could I watch?
On the final day, the first tee shot was scheduled for 5:02 PM on September 28, 2025. The live coverage of the Ryder Cup was available on Sky Sports Golf.
What was the situation going into Sunday?
Team USA needed the largest-ever comeback under the current format, having faced a 7-point deficit going into Sunday singles with a score of 12 to 5 for Europe.
Who were the captains?
Team USA was captained by Keegan Bradley. Team Europe was captained by Luke Donald and included 11 players returning from the 2023 victory in Rome.
Any other notable facts?
This marked Europe’s first away victory since Medinah in 2012.
Quick reference table
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location & Edition | The 2025 Ryder Cup took place at Bethpage Black in New York, marking the 45th edition of the event. |
| Format | The competition format involved five sessions of golf, with 28 points available across the three days. |
| Final Score | The final score of the Ryder Cup was 15-13 in favor of Team Europe. |
| Decisive Moment | Shane Lowry secured the definitive 14th point for Team Europe with a birdie putt on the 18th hole to halve his match against Russell Henley. |
| Crucial Half-Point | Tyrell Hatton also contributed a crucial half-point against Collin Morikawa, sealing the overall victory for Europe. |
| Injury Note | Viktor Hovland withdrew from his match due to a neck injury, resulting in his match against Harris English being declared a tie. |
| Captains | Team USA was captained by Keegan Bradley. Team Europe was captained by Luke Donald and included 11 players returning from the 2023 victory in Rome. |
| Broadcast & Timing | On the final day, the first tee shot was scheduled for 5:02 PM on September 28, 2025. The live coverage of the Ryder Cup was available on Sky Sports Golf. |
| Notable Milestone | This marked Europe’s first away victory since Medinah in 2012. |
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Additional Resources
- Fox News: Europe Wins Ryder Cup
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- CBS Sports: Keegan Bradley on Ryder Cup Captaincy
- CNN: Ryder Cup Fans and Team Europe
- Wikipedia: Ryder Cup
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