Farmingdale, New York, September 18, 2025
News Summary
The 2025 Ryder Cup is set for September 26 to 28 at the Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, NY, featuring intense match-play between Team USA and Team Europe. Captained by Keegan Bradley, Team USA boasts a lineup of strong players ready for competition. Meanwhile, Team Europe, led by seasoned veteran Luke Donald, has a roster filled with talent and experience. With a detailed schedule underway, fans can expect an exciting week of golf, including a celebrity event on September 24.
Farmingdale, New York
Ryder Cup drama heads to Long Island
Golf fans get ready: The 2025 Ryder Cup will take place from September 26 to 28 at Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York. This week-long build-up is gearing toward match-play fireworks as two star-studded teams line up for a three-day slugfest.
This is the 45th edition of the biennial match-play event featuring the United States vs. Europe. The rivalry has been razor-close lately: The last four tournaments have seen teams trading wins and losses since 2016. Expect tension, momentum swings, and plenty of curveballs from pairings and pressurized putts.
Team USA: familiar faces and strategic picks
The U.S. team will be captained by Keegan Bradley, currently ranked No. 11 in the world, who will not be playing himself. Bradley has stacked his leadership with proven lieutenants. Bradley is supported by vice captains: Jim Furyk, Kevin Kisner, Webb Simpson, Brandt Snedeker, and Gary Woodland.
The full U.S. roster is set and reads like a who’s who of current form and experience. The U.S. team roster consists of 12 players:
- Sam Burns (Shreveport, La.)
- Patrick Cantlay (Long Beach, Calif.)
- Bryson DeChambeau (Modesto, Calif.)
- Harris English (Valdosta, Ga.)
- Ben Griffin (Chapel Hill, N.C.)
- Russell Henley (Macon, Ga.)
- Collin Morikawa (Los Angeles, Calif.)
- Xander Schauffele (San Diego, Calif.)
- J.J. Spaun (Los Angeles, Calif.)
- Scottie Scheffler (Ridgewood, N.J.)
- Justin Thomas (Louisville, Ky.)
- Cameron Young (Scarborough, N.Y.)
Automatic qualifiers for the U.S. team include Scottie Scheffler, J.J. Spaun, Xander Schauffele, Russell Henley, Harris English, and Bryson DeChambeau. And in a bid for balance and match-play savvy, the captain’s picks for Team U.S. include Justin Thomas, Collin Morikawa, Ben Griffin, Cameron Young, Patrick Cantlay, and Sam Burns.
Team Europe: a pedigree of winners
On the other side, leadership comes from a familiar veteran. Team Europe will be led by captain Luke Donald, a five-time PGA Tour winner and seven-time European Tour winner. He brings experienced voices onto the bench: The European vice captains are: Edoardo Molinari, Thomas Bjørn, José María Olazábal, Francesco Molinari, and Alex Noren.
The Europe roster is packed with top talent and strong match-play pedigrees. The European team roster consists of 12 players:
- Ludvig Åberg (Eslöv, Sweden)
- Matt Fitzpatrick (Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England)
- Tommy Fleetwood (Southport, Merseyside, England)
- Tyrell Hatton (Marlow, Buckinghamshire, England)
- Rasmus Høgaard (Billund, Denmark)
- Viktor Hovland (Oslo, Norway)
- Shane Lowry (Clara, County Offaly, Ireland)
- Robert McIntyre (Oban, Scotland)
- Rory McIlroy (Holywood, County Down, Northern Ireland)
- Jon Rahm (Barrika, Biscay, Spain)
- Justin Rose (Johannesburg, South Africa)
- Sepp Straka (Vienna, Austria)
Automatic qualifiers for Team Europe include Tommy Fleetwood, Tyrrell Hatton, Rasmus Højgaard, Robert McIntyre, Rory McIlroy, and Justin Rose. And the captain’s picks for Team Europe are Ludvig Åberg, Matt Fitzpatrick, Viktor Hovland, Shane Lowry, Jon Rahm, and Sepp Straka.
Schedule, extras, and fan buzz
The PGA of America has laid out a framework so fans and teams can plan. The PGA of America has released a preliminary schedule of events for Ryder Cup week, including practice round tee times and press conference schedules. The spine of the competition is tight and punctual. The opening foursome matches will begin on Friday, September 26, at 7:10 a.m. EDT, with subsequent matches starting every 16 minutes. On Saturday, the schedule for morning and afternoon sessions will follow the same timing as Friday.
Sunday’s singles bring the climax. Sunday’s first singles match is set to start at 12:02 p.m. EDT, with the last match scheduled for 2:03 p.m. EDT. The tournament is expected to conclude around 5 p.m. EDT on Sunday, with a trophy presentation planned for 6 p.m. EDT. That gives a neat wrap-up window for celebrations or heartbreak depending on how those late matches swing.
Form matters. Scottie Scheffler won the Procore Championship, the last PGA Tour event before the Ryder Cup, as part of a new strategy for Team U.S. to maintain form. Expect players to use every warm-up and practice round to dial in momentum.
Adding color to the week, A celebrity golf event will take place on September 24, featuring celebrities from the U.S. and Europe playing on the same course. Big names are lined up: Celebrities competing include Catherine Zeta-Jones, Eli Manning, Michael Strahan, John McEnroe, and various sports stars from different backgrounds. That event is designed to widen appeal and crank up the entertainment factor before the main matches hit the Black Course.
And for the Bethpage photo-ops, a little piece of course lore is getting a modern touch. The famous sign warning that Bethpage Black is a difficult course has been temporarily removed due to grandstand construction but will be featured as a replica in the Ryder Cup Live Fan Zone in Rockefeller Center. Fans who love that iconic warning can still see the look, even if the real sign is out for work.
Why Bethpage Black matters
Bethpage Black is a beast — tight fairways, heavy rough, and greens that punish mid-iron errors. The venue plays as much a role as any captain: it dictates pairings, course management, and which team might enjoy an edge. With loud galleries and a classic New York fall backdrop, it’s set to be memorable.
Quick take
Lineups are set. Captains are ready to tinker. The schedule is precise. Expect swing match-ups that favor players with nerves of steel and putters that cool under pressure. Golf fans should circle their calendars: September 26 to 28 is when Farmingdale will be the place to watch match-play history unfold.
FAQ
When and where is the Ryder Cup taking place?
The 2025 Ryder Cup will take place from September 26 to 28 at Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York.
Which edition of the Ryder Cup is this?
This is the 45th edition of the biennial match-play event featuring the United States vs. Europe.
Who is captaining Team U.S. and is he playing?
The U.S. team will be captained by Keegan Bradley, currently ranked No. 11 in the world, who will not be playing himself.
What is the opening match schedule?
The opening foursome matches will begin on Friday, September 26, at 7:10 a.m. EDT, with subsequent matches starting every 16 minutes.
When does the Sunday singles session start and end?
Sunday’s first singles match is set to start at 12:02 p.m. EDT, with the last match scheduled for 2:03 p.m. EDT.
When is the trophy presentation expected?
The tournament is expected to conclude around 5 p.m. EDT on Sunday, with a trophy presentation planned for 6 p.m. EDT.
Who won the last PGA Tour event before the Ryder Cup?
Scottie Scheffler won the Procore Championship, the last PGA Tour event before the Ryder Cup, as part of a new strategy for Team U.S. to maintain form.
Is there a celebrity event before the Ryder Cup?
A celebrity golf event will take place on September 24, featuring celebrities from the U.S. and Europe playing on the same course.
Which celebrities are competing in the celebrity event?
Celebrities competing include Catherine Zeta-Jones, Eli Manning, Michael Strahan, John McEnroe, and various sports stars from different backgrounds.
What happened to the famous Bethpage Black sign?
The famous sign warning that Bethpage Black is a difficult course has been temporarily removed due to grandstand construction but will be featured as a replica in the Ryder Cup Live Fan Zone in Rockefeller Center.
Quick reference table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | 2025 Ryder Cup |
| Dates | September 26 to 28, with a celebrity event on September 24 |
| Venue | Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York |
| Team U.S. Captain | Keegan Bradley (currently ranked No. 11 in the world, not playing) |
| Team Europe Captain | Luke Donald (five-time PGA Tour winner and seven-time European Tour winner) |
| Opening match time | Friday, September 26, at 7:10 a.m. EDT; subsequent matches every 16 minutes |
| Sunday singles window | First singles: 12:02 p.m. EDT — Last match scheduled: 2:03 p.m. EDT |
| Expected finish & trophy | Expected to conclude around 5 p.m. EDT; trophy presentation planned for 6 p.m. EDT |
Get your brackets ready, pick your pairings, and mark your calendars. Bethpage Black is set to host a Ryder Cup that promises drama, star power, and a whole lot of golf bragging rights.
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