Europe Takes Early 5½-2½ Lead Over U.S. in 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black

The 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black saw a dominant start by Team Europe, who seized a historic 5.5-2.5 lead after the first day, including winning the opening three matches on U.S. soil for the first time. American stars Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau struggled, both going 0–2, while European players like Jon Rahm and Tommy Fleetwood performed strongly. The U.S. team faced significant challenges, with European players making crucial putts and maintaining composure even amid heckling from the home crowd. Despite President Donald Trump's high-profile presence and enthusiastic support, including chants of "Don-ald Trump" and "U-S-A," the Americans could not capitalize on the home advantage. Historically, the U.S. has rarely come back from a 3-1 deficit after the opening session, with only two wins in such situations since 1949 and 1971. U.S. captain Keegan Bradley remained optimistic about his team's chances, but the task ahead is daunting given the early momentum Europe has established.