Ryder Cup Tensions Rise as DeChambeau, Fleetwood Clash Amid Team USA Struggles

Tensions ran high during the 2025 Ryder Cup, particularly in a fourball match where a dispute arose after Bryson DeChambeau's caddie, Greg Bodine, allegedly stepped on Justin Rose’s putting line on the 15th hole, leading to heated exchanges between players, caddies, and even team officials. Despite the confrontation, the match concluded with a cordial handshake, and Team Europe maintained a commanding lead heading into the final day. Meanwhile, Team USA captain Keegan Bradley faced criticism for his pairings and decisions, especially regarding Scottie Scheffler, who struggled with putting and lost both his matches on day one but remained determined to recover. Europe’s strong performance and tactical superiority, including better putting, contributed to their dominance, leaving the U.S. team needing to regroup and find solutions to reverse their fortunes. Bradley’s leadership and motivational approach behind closed doors were expected to focus heavily on improving putting and execution to halt the European momentum. Overall, the Ryder Cup atmosphere was marked by both competitive fire and strategic challenges for Team USA against a resilient European side.