Europe Leads USA 3-1 in Ryder Cup Opening Foursomes at Bethpage Black

Team Europe has taken a commanding 3-1 lead over the United States in the opening morning session of the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black in New York, marking their best start on American soil since 2004. Europe's pairs, including Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton, Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood, and Ludvig Åberg and Matt Fitzpatrick, dominated their matches against top American players such as Bryson DeChambeau, Justin Thomas, Scottie Scheffler, and others. The American team, despite the support of a home crowd and efforts by Xander Schauffele and Patrick Cantlay who secured the only U.S. point, struggled particularly in foursomes, with notable errors like DeChambeau's errant drives and missed putts symbolizing the team's difficulties. Europe’s precision and teamwork were highlighted as key factors, with their success attributed to strong pair chemistry and strategic execution on the challenging course. U.S. captain Keegan Bradley's decision to pair high-energy players DeChambeau and Thomas did not yield the anticipated spark, reminiscent of past Ryder Cup missteps, leaving Team USA under pressure to recover in the afternoon four-ball matches. President Donald Trump was present at the event, attending with his granddaughter Kai Trump, underscoring the tournament's high-profile attention.