,Bethpage Black, Long Island, New York, August 24, 2025
News Summary
The Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black will commence soon, attracting attention due to notable high-profile attendance, including a sitting president’s confirmation. This event, known for its challenging course and passionate crowds, will host three days of intense match play between the United States and Europe. The U.S. captain, Keegan Bradley, is contemplating a potentially unprecedented role as a playing captain. As the excitement builds, fans are keen to see how local pride and recent momentum among players influence the competition.
New York — Ryder Cup buzz ramps up as high-profile attendance and a possible playing captain shake up the scene
Big names, big course, big questions
The Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black is set to kick off on September 26, 2025, and it’s already drawing headlines. The event will span three days of match play between the United States and Europe at the famously tough Black course in Bethpage State Park on Long Island. Fans and players alike are talking about the course’s raucous, passionate crowds and the pressure that comes with them.
A sitting president has confirmed plans to attend the opening round, with organizers and local officials acknowledging the invitation and the acceptance. The announcement added fuel to an already noisy week in golf, because the arrival of a high-profile political figure tends to do that — especially at a venue known for its rowdiness and Long Island roots.
Why this Ryder Cup feels different
- Venue aura: Bethpage Black is one of those public-course legends that brings out intense crowds. The atmosphere is expected to be electric, and that plays into the home advantage idea for the U.S. team.
- Leadership drama: U.S. captain Keegan Bradley is flirting with the idea of serving as a playing captain, a role not seen on the American side since Arnold Palmer in 1963. At 39, Bradley is the youngest U.S. captain since Palmer and has recent form that makes the debate interesting.
- Recent momentum: Bradley has enjoyed a strong stretch, with two wins over the past year and a low round that put him in contention at a season finale event. That kind of form fuels the argument for him to pick himself for the team.
- Broader tour storylines: The ongoing reshaping of professional golf — including returns to certain venues and conversations about different tour alliances — provides a backdrop that makes this Ryder Cup feel like more than just match play.
Who’s in so far and what’s next
Six players have locked up automatic spots for the U.S. team, creating the skeleton of the roster. Those qualifiers include names that are familiar to fans tracking the season standings and match-play form.
Keegan Bradley will name his six additional picks midweek, and his decision on whether to play while captaining the side is expected to be revealed at the same time. That announcement will settle a big debate — should a captain who’s playing be a tactical on-course leader, or does captaincy work better from off the tee box?
Local reaction and logistics
Local officials have described the attendance as an honor for the region and highlighted the captain’s Long Island ties. Tickets for competition days are already expected to command premium prices, with much of the public pricing centered around the busiest match days.
On the wider calendar, the return of a high-profile event to a venue in Florida in 2026 has also been noted, marking a reunion with a site that hosted big tournaments in the past. Those scheduling moves and venue returns show how intertwined major stops and tour schedules have become with broader golf politics.
What to watch during the Ryder Cup
- Captain’s decision: Whether Keegan Bradley plays or remains a non-playing captain will shape pairings and strategy.
- Home crowd effect: Bethpage fans are known for creating pressure and excitement — that could swing close matches.
- Team chemistry: The mix of automatic qualifiers and captain’s picks will reveal the captain’s priorities — experience, form, or match-play specialists.
- European revenge: Europe took the Cup in 2023 and will be eager to defend their win on U.S. soil; that target makes every match meaningful.
Bottom line
This Ryder Cup already feels like a storyline-rich showdown: a tough public course, a possible playing captain for the U.S., star power in attendance, and plenty of local pride. For golf fans, that mix means fireworks on and off the fairways.
FAQ
When will the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black take place?
The opening round is scheduled for September 26, 2025, with matches running across three days.
Is the president attending the Ryder Cup?
A confirmed attendance at the opening round has been announced by the president, following an invitation from the organizing bodies and the U.S. captain.
Will Keegan Bradley play as captain?
The captain is weighing the option to serve as a playing captain. A final decision is expected when the captain announces his six additional picks midweek.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets for competition days are expected to be priced around $750, though exact pricing and availability can vary by day and session.
Who has already qualified for the U.S. team?
Six players have automatically qualified so far. The captain will add six picks to complete the roster.
Quick facts table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Date (opening round) | September 26, 2025 |
| Venue | Bethpage Black, Long Island, New York |
| Event length | Three days of Ryder Cup match play |
| Ticket price (expected) | Approximately $750 for competition days |
| U.S. automatic qualifiers | Six players have locked spots; captain will add six picks |
| Playing captain note | Keegan Bradley is considering becoming a playing captain; last U.S. playing captain was in 1963 |
| Recent Ryder Cup winner | Europe won the 2023 edition in Rome |
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