Scottie Scheffler Becomes First American Ryder Cup Player to Lose in Four Sessions as Europe Leads 11½-4½

Scottie Scheffler, the world No. 1 golfer, has struggled significantly during the 2025 Ryder Cup, becoming the first American to lose a match in each of the first four sessions since 1971 and finishing the first two days without a win. Despite his strong season performance, his Ryder Cup form has been uncharacteristically poor, with losses in both foursomes and four-ball matches contributing to Team USA's deficit against Europe. Teammates like Keegan Bradley have expressed support, noting the psychological challenge of trying too hard in such a high-stakes event, while European captain Luke Donald suggested the match play format and partnership reliance might not suit Scheffler. Additionally, fellow American player Xander Schauffele has faced criticism for his putting during the event, which has overall been a struggle for Team USA, as they have been out-putted by Europe and are trailing heavily. Scheffler will face Rory McIlroy in a highly anticipated singles match on Sunday, which could help salvage some pride for the American side. The Ryder Cup has highlighted the challenges even top-ranked players face under pressure, and both Scheffler and Schauffele’s performances have been focal points in the tournament's narrative.