Ryder Cup 2021 Opens With Strong US, Europe Teams at Bethpage Black

The 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black marks a transition for Team USA, featuring a mix of seasoned veterans and rookies like J.J. Spaun, Russell Henley, Ben Griffin, and Cameron Young, under captain Keegan Bradley's leadership. The U.S. team is eager to reclaim the Ryder Cup title on home soil, facing a formidable European team led by Rory McIlroy, who remains a top player and a key figure for Europe. Historically, Europe has dominated away matches, with notable victories including the 2012 comeback at Medinah, making any European win on U.S. soil a significant achievement. Despite the home advantage, experts caution that the U.S. will need more than crowd support to overcome Europe's resilient squad, which closely resembles the team that triumphed in Rome in 2023. The competition is set against a backdrop of heightened security due to the anticipated presence of U.S. President Donald Trump. Both teams and captains express readiness and anticipation for a closely contested event, with the Ryder Cup continuing to be a highlight of international golf rivalry.