2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black: Ultimate Preview
The 2025 Ryder Cup is set to unfold from September 26–28 at the iconic Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York. This marks the first time the event will be held at this renowned public course, known for its challenging layout and passionate crowds.
Read more about the course and New York as the place to go.
Team USA: The Rebuilt Contenders
Captain: Keegan Bradley
Vice Captains: Webb Simpson, Brandt Snedeker, Kevin Kisner, Jim Furyk, Gary Woodland
Automatic Qualifiers:
- Scottie Scheffler
- Xander Schauffele
- J.J. Spaun
- Russell Henley
- Bryson DeChambeau
- Harris English
Captain’s Picks:
- Justin Thomas
- Collin Morikawa
- Ben Griffin
- Cameron Young
- Patrick Cantlay
- Sam Burns
Captain Bradley has emphasized the strong camaraderie within the team, calling it the “closest team I’ve ever seen.” The squad has been actively engaging in team-building activities, including attending team dinners and practice sessions.
Team Europe: The Reigning Champions
Captain: Luke Donald
Vice Captains: Thomas Bjørn, Alex Norén, Edoardo Molinari, José María Olazábal, Francesco Molinari
Automatic Qualifiers:
- Rory McIlroy
- Robert MacIntyre
- Tommy Fleetwood
- Tyrrell Hatton
- Justin Rose
- Rasmus Højgaard
- Ludvig Åberg
- Viktor Hovland
- Matt Fitzpatrick
- Sepp Straka
- Jon Rahm
- Shane Lowry
Captain’s Picks:
- Jon Rahm
- Sergio García
- Ludvig Åberg
The European team is known for its strong unity, with players engaging in bonding sessions and practice rounds leading up to the event.
Format & Schedule
- Day 1 & 2: Foursomes (alternate shot) in the morning, Fourballs (best ball) in the afternoon
- Day 3: 12 Singles Matches
- Total Points: 28 (14½ needed to win)
Venue: Bethpage Black
Bethpage Black is a public course renowned for its difficulty, featuring narrow fairways, deep rough, and plateaued greens. It has previously hosted major championships such as the U.S. Open and the PGA Championship. For the Ryder Cup, it will play as a par 70 over 7,459 yards.
Future Ryder Cup Hosts
- 2026: Adare Manor, Ireland
- 2028: Hazeltine National, Minnesota, USA
- 2030: Marco Simone Golf & Country Club, Italy
Image Credits
Inside the Bethpage Black Setup for the 2025 Ryder Cup. Source: PGA.com
