Ryder Cup 2025: When, Where, TV Schedule & How to Watch
Few events in golf ignite rivalry quite like the Ryder Cup, and the 2025 edition is already shaping up to be a classic. Bethpage Black hosts for the first time, Europe defends the trophy, and fans across the Atlantic are planning their viewing strategy.
Dates: September 26–28, 2025 ·
Venue: Bethpage Black Course, Farmingdale, New York, USA ·
Edition: 44th Ryder Cup ·
Teams: Europe vs. United States ·
Defending Champion: Europe (won 2023 in Rome) ·
Total Matches: 28
Quick snapshot
- Dates: September 26–28, 2025 (Golf Monthly)
- Venue: Bethpage Black, New York (Official Ryder Cup Website)
- TV rights: Sky Sports (UK), NBC/Peacock (US), BBC highlights (Golf Monthly)
- Captains: Luke Donald (Europe), Keegan Bradley (USA) (Official Ryder Cup Website)
- Final team rosters (subject to qualifying and captain’s picks until late August 2025) (Ryder Cup official site)
- Secondary market ticket availability and pricing (Ryder Cup tickets page)
- Exact tee times for each session (announced closer to event) (Golf Monthly)
- 2023 Sep: Europe wins in Rome, qualifies for 2025 defense (Wikipedia)
- 2024–2025: Team qualifying tournaments (Ryder Cup official site)
- Sep 22–24, 2025: Practice rounds at Bethpage Black (Golf Monthly)
- Sep 26, 2025: Opening ceremony and first foursomes (Official Ryder Cup Website)
- Sep 28, 2025: Singles matches and closing ceremony (Official Ryder Cup Website)
- Team rosters finalised by late August 2025 (Ryder Cup official site)
- Practice rounds and media days in the week preceding competition (Golf Monthly)
- Opening ceremony on Sep 25, 2025 (evening) (Official Ryder Cup Website)
- Competition begins Sep 26 – plan your viewing now (Sky Sports)
Five key details, one pattern: the 2025 Ryder Cup brings together a legendary course, a defending European team, and a US side hungry for home‑soil redemption.
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Dates | September 26–28, 2025 |
| Venue | Bethpage Black Course, Farmingdale, New York |
| Edition | 44th Ryder Cup |
| Format | Fourballs, Foursomes, Singles (28 total matches) |
| Defending Champion | Europe (won 2023) |
When and Where Is the 2025 Ryder Cup?
Official Dates: September 26–28, 2025
- The 2025 Ryder Cup runs from Friday, September 26 through Sunday, September 28, 2025 (Golf Monthly).
- It is the 44th edition of the biennial competition (Golf Monthly).
- Europe is the defending champion after winning 16.5–11.5 in Rome in 2023 (Wikipedia).
Venue: Bethpage Black Course, New York
- The Black Course at Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale, New York hosts its first Ryder Cup (Official Ryder Cup Website).
- Known for its difficulty and “Warning” sign on the first tee, Bethpage Black has hosted multiple U.S. Opens (Wikipedia).
- The course measures over 7,400 yards from the championship tees (Golf Monthly).
The implication: Bethpage Black’s brutal length and demanding greens will test every player, but the raucous New York gallery could spur the American team to a home‑win – a scenario the Europeans will need to counter with tactical course management.
US captain Keegan Bradley faces the challenge of harnessing local energy while avoiding the over‑aggression that Bethpage penalises. European captain Luke Donald will rely on his side’s proven match‑play resilience (Official Ryder Cup Website).
What Is the 2025 Ryder Cup Schedule and Format?
Day-by-Day Schedule
- Friday, Sep 26 – Opening ceremony (Sep 25 evening); morning foursomes (4 matches) and afternoon fourballs (4 matches) (Official Ryder Cup Website).
- Saturday, Sep 27 – Morning foursomes (4 matches) and afternoon fourballs (4 matches) (Official Ryder Cup Website).
- Sunday, Sep 28 – 12 singles matches, followed by closing ceremony (Official Ryder Cup Website).
- Total of 28 matches, each worth 1 point; a team needs 14.5 points to win (Wikipedia).
Format: Fourballs, Foursomes, and Singles
- Foursomes (alternate shot): two‑player teams play one ball per side (Wikipedia).
- Fourballs (better ball): each player plays their own ball; the lower score on each hole counts (Wikipedia).
- Singles: head‑to‑head match play on Sunday (Wikipedia).
Why this matters: the schedule gives each captain eight sessions to shape pairings before the Sunday singles. History shows the team leading after two days wins roughly 80% of Ryder Cups (Wikipedia).
How to Watch the 2025 Ryder Cup on TV: Full TV Schedule and Tee Times
US TV Coverage: NBC and Peacock
- NBC will broadcast the 2025 Ryder Cup in the United States (Golf Monthly).
- USA Network covers Day 1 foursomes and fourballs on Friday, Sep 26, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET (DIRECTV Insider).
- Peacock will stream featured matches and “Breakfast at Bethpage” programming; subscription $10.99/month (Golf Monthly).
- Golf Channel will provide live coverage and analysis throughout (DIRECTV Insider).
UK TV Coverage: Sky Sports and BBC Highlights
- Sky Sports has exclusive live coverage of the 2025 Ryder Cup (Golf Monthly).
- BBC will air daily free‑to‑air highlights (Golf Monthly).
- Day 1 coverage on Sky Sports begins at 12:20 BST (07:10 ET) and runs until approximately 23:00 BST (18:00 ET) (Golf Monthly).
- Sky Sports Golf channel will carry all action, with Featured Match feeds via Sky Sports+ (Golf Monthly).
How to Watch the Ryder Cup in Ireland
- Live coverage in Ireland is available via Sky Sports (same feed as UK) (Golf Monthly).
- NOW (Sky’s streaming service) offers day passes for those without a Sky subscription (Irish Times).
- BBC highlights are accessible via BBC iPlayer in Northern Ireland (Golf Monthly).
What Time Will the Ryder Cup Be on TV?
- Friday and Saturday tee times start around 7:00 AM ET (12:00 PM BST) (Golf Monthly).
- Sunday singles start earlier, around 6:00 AM ET (11:00 AM BST) to allow for a full day of matches (Official Ryder Cup Website).
- Opening ceremony coverage begins at 8 p.m. UTC on September 25, 2025 (Official Ryder Cup Website).
The catch: viewers in Ireland and the UK benefit from free‑to‑air BBC highlights, but live action is behind the Sky Sports paywall. US fans have more free‑to‑air options via NBC, though Peacock’s streaming tier adds cost.
For Irish viewers, Sky Sports provides the most comprehensive coverage, but the BBC’s highlights package ensures no one misses the key moments. The real cost is time: with a five‑hour time difference, Irish fans will need to set alarms for early‑morning matches (Irish Times).
Key Players: Did Rory McIlroy Win the Ryder Cup and Other Storylines?
Rory McIlroy’s Ryder Cup Record
- Rory McIlroy has a 12–12–7 record in six previous Ryder Cups (as of 2023) (Wikipedia).
- He was a key member of the winning European team in 2023, contributing 4.5 points (Wikipedia).
- McIlroy withdrew from the 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational due to a personal matter, but is expected to play in the Ryder Cup (Sky Sports).
Why Has Rory McIlroy Withdrawn from Recent Events?
- McIlroy cited a “personal matter” for skipping the Arnold Palmer Invitational in March 2025 (Sky Sports).
- He is expected to resume his schedule ahead of the majors and the Ryder Cup (Sky Sports).
Other Notable Players and Captains
- US captain: Keegan Bradley – his first captaincy (Official Ryder Cup Website).
- European captain: Luke Donald – captain again after leading Europe to victory in 2023 (Official Ryder Cup Website).
- Other key players likely to feature: Jon Rahm (Spain), Viktor Hovland (Norway), Scottie Scheffler (USA), Xander Schauffele (USA) – all top‑10 in world rankings (Golf Monthly).
The pattern: Europe’s depth with multiple major winners gives them an edge, but Bradley’s captaincy and home advantage could level the playing field. McIlroy’s form will be crucial – if he struggles, Europe’s chances dip significantly.
2025 Ryder Cup Tickets and Future Venues (2026, 2027)
How to Get 2025 Ryder Cup Tickets
- Tickets are sold through the official Ryder Cup website (Ryder Cup tickets official page).
- Many packages are sold out, but hospitality and some daily grounds passes remain (Ryder Cup official site).
- Secondary market prices are unpredictable – expect high premiums for a New York‑hosted event (Golf Monthly).
Venue for 2027: Adare Manor, Ireland
- The 2027 Ryder Cup will be held at Adare Manor in County Limerick, Ireland (Irish Times).
- Adare Manor hosted the 2021 Irish Open and has been praised for its course design (Irish Times).
- It will be the first Ryder Cup on Irish soil since 2006 at the K Club (Wikipedia).
Clarification: No Ryder Cup in 2026
- The Ryder Cup is held biannually in odd‑numbered years – there is no event in 2026 (Official Ryder Cup Website).
- The next edition after 2025 is 2027 at Adare Manor (Irish Times).
What this means for fans: if you can’t attend Bethpage, start planning for Ireland 2027 – it’s likely to be one of the most sought‑after tickets in European golf history.
Timeline
- September 2023 – Europe wins Ryder Cup in Rome, secures 2025 defense (Wikipedia).
- 2024–2025 – Team qualifying tournaments for both sides (Ryder Cup official site).
- September 22–24, 2025 – Practice rounds and team preparation at Bethpage Black (Golf Monthly).
- September 26, 2025 – Opening ceremony and first foursomes matches (Official Ryder Cup Website).
- September 27, 2025 – Fourballs and foursomes (day 2) (Official Ryder Cup Website).
- September 28, 2025 – Singles matches and closing ceremony (Official Ryder Cup Website).
Clarity Check
Confirmed facts
- Dates: September 26–28, 2025
- Venue: Bethpage Black, New York
- Broadcast rights: Sky Sports (UK), NBC (US), BBC highlights
- Captains: Luke Donald (Europe), Keegan Bradley (USA)
- Format: 28 matches, 14.5 points needed to win
What’s unclear
- Final team rosters (still subject to qualifying and captain’s picks until late August 2025)
- Ticket availability and pricing on secondary market
- Exact tee times for each session (announced closer to event)
“Bethpage Black offers a championship test like no other – it’s a true examination of every skill.”
– Official Ryder Cup Website
“The 2025 Ryder Cup promises to be one of the most anticipated in recent memory, with a passionate New York crowd adding to the drama.”
– Sky Sports
“Irish golf fans are already looking ahead to 2027 at Adare Manor – it will be a home game for many European supporters.”
– Irish Times
For US golf fans, the choice is clear: book your schedules around the last weekend of September 2025, or risk missing a home‑soil battle that could define a generation. For Irish viewers, the 2027 countdown has already begun – and the 2025 Ryder Cup will be the ultimate warm‑up.
Frequently asked questions
How many players are on each Ryder Cup team?
Each team consists of 12 players selected through a combination of qualifying points and captain’s picks.
What is the Ryder Cup format?
The competition uses three formats: foursomes (alternate shot), fourballs (better ball), and singles (head‑to‑head match play).
How are points scored in the Ryder Cup?
Each match is worth 1 point. A team needs 14.5 points out of 28 to win the Ryder Cup; if it ends 14–14, the defending champion retains the trophy.
Where can I buy official Ryder Cup merchandise?
Official merchandise is available through the Ryder Cup website and at the venue during the event.
Who is the current holder of the Ryder Cup?
Europe is the current holder after winning in 2023 at Marco Simone Golf Club in Rome.
What is the history of the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black?
Bethpage Black has never hosted a Ryder Cup before; 2025 will be its debut. It has hosted multiple U.S. Opens, including the 2002 and 2009 editions.
Can I volunteer at the 2025 Ryder Cup?
Volunteer applications are typically handled through the official Ryder Cup website closer to the event.
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