Ryder Cup Drama Unfolds at Bethpage Black

Bethpage Black, Farmingdale, New York, September 28, 2025

News Summary

The Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black has turned into a thrilling event, with Team Europe leading Team USA 12-5 as the final day approaches. Europe needs just three points to secure victory, while standout performances and intense crowd dynamics add to the excitement. The situation is made more complex by injuries, aggressive fan behavior, and a controversial MC incident, setting the stage for a gripping conclusion to the tournament.

Farmingdale, New York — Ryder Cup Drama at Bethpage Black

Hold onto your hats, golf fans — the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black has turned into a full-on roller coaster with Team Europe sitting in the driver’s seat. The vibe at the course has been electric, rough around the edges, and totally headline-grabbing as the final day of singles matches approaches.

Where things stand

Team Europe leads Team USA 12-5 after two days of competition at the Ryder Cup. Europe needs only three of the total 12 points available on the final day to secure the overall victory. That math makes Sunday look manageable on paper for the visitors — but golf is never tidy, and one wild session can change everything.

Players to watch

Tommy Fleetwood has been a standout performer for Europe, accumulating four points. He’s been calm, accurate and steady — exactly what you want in match play. Elsewhere on the course, individual matchups swung back and forth in the afternoon and evening sessions.

Rory McIlroy matched the score with USA’s Scottie Scheffler through 11 holes after making an impressive uphill birdie on No. 12. The line reads odd if you try to picture it hole-by-hole, but the bottom line is both players were trading momentum and the crowd pressure was on.

Justin Thomas currently leads Tommy Fleetwood 1-up after winning three consecutive holes, including a birdie on No. 12. That run from Thomas shoved some tension into Fleetwood’s afternoon, even with Fleetwood’s earlier heroics.

Collin Morikawa is 1-up against Tyrell Hatton after making a birdie on the No. 5 hole. That little edge could be crucial in a singles format where every half point matters.

Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy are tied after nine holes; Scheffler has struggled with putting. The putter has been a story all week for several top Americans, and Scheffler is not alone.

Bryson DeChambeau made a birdie on No. 8, but his teammate Matt Fitzpatrick is performing well, going 4 up against his American opponent. Fitzpatrick started strong and looked sharp all day after a shaky tee shot situation early on.

Fitzpatrick started the day strong, recovering after a tough tee shot against DeChambeau. That recovery set the tone for a dominant match that Europe can lean on when calculating Sunday needs.

Justin Thomas made an eagle on the No. 6 hole, narrowing Fleetwood’s lead to one point. Big swings like that are why the singles session can never be written off.

Injuries, crowd chaos and an MC exit

The PGA of America announced that Viktor Hovland will not compete on Sunday due to a neck injury, resulting in a half-point for each team. That automatic half-point tweaks the totals and takes one intriguing matchup off the table, but it doesn’t change the overall story: Europe only needs three points to win.

The atmosphere has been intense — sometimes too intense. The atmosphere at the Ryder Cup has been intense, with aggressive heckling directed towards European players, especially McIlroy. Security had to step up. New York State Police increased security measures in response to the hostile atmosphere, including the ejection of unruly fans. The crowd energy was a big part of the narrative all week.

A celebrity moment turned sour when a well-known entertainer who served as master of ceremonies stepped down after leading a disrespectful chant. A comedian and actress, Heather McMahan, stepped down as master of ceremonies after leading a disrespectful chant against McIlroy. That incident added fuel to the controversy over fan behavior.

Course and format

The Ryder Cup is hosted at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, New York, a challenging par-71 course known for its difficulty. It’s a course that tests patience and makes mistakes costly. The course has hosted major events like the U.S. Open and the PGA Championship in recent years.

The Ryder Cup employs a match play format, and the first team to reach 14.5 points wins the tournament. There are a total of 28 points available, with the possibility of a tie resulting in the trophy being retained by the previous winner, Europe. That retention rule looms if things get tight — a tie means Europe keeps the Cup.

Europe has a strong overall historical performance in Ryder Cups, aiming for consecutive wins. That weight of history adds confidence to the European camp heading into singles.

What to expect on Sunday

Sunday’s singles matches are where the drama explodes. With Europe needing only three points from 12, they can approach spots with a mix of aggression and game management, while the Americans will have to chase wins. Media attention has been intense not just for the golf but for the crowd stories, security moves, and the odd celebrity meltdown.

Bottom line

This Ryder Cup feels like a chess match with flashbulbs. Europe is in control but nothing is guaranteed until the last hole is finished. Expect loud galleries, tense swings, and a Sunday that could either confirm Europe’s grip or serve up a dramatic American comeback.

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• ESPN: Ryder Cup MC Steps Leading to Vulgar Rory McIlroy Chants
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• Golf.com: Michael Jordan’s Ryder Cup Moment
• Golf Digest: Rory McIlroy and Saturday’s Fan Experience
• Wikipedia: Ryder Cup
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