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Europe Holds Early Lead Over U.S. in Ryder Cup Clash at Bethpage
27 Sep
Summary
- Europe leads U.S. 5.5-2.5 after first day of competition
- Experienced captains Luke Donald and Keegan Bradley lead their teams
- 28-match tournament continues with foursomes and four-ball sessions
The 2025 Ryder Cup is in full swing at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, New York, with the European team holding a 5.5-2.5 lead over the U.S. squad after the first day of competition. The 45th edition of the prestigious biennial event kicked off on Friday with pairs of players competing in foursomes and four-ball sessions.
Leading the European team is the experienced Luke Donald, while the seasoned Keegan Bradley heads the U.S. side. The tournament will continue on Saturday with the same format, featuring morning foursome matches followed by an afternoon of four-ball sessions. The event will conclude on Sunday with 12 singles matches that will determine the winner between the two teams.
The Ryder Cup is a highly anticipated event in the golfing calendar, with the U.S. and Europe battling it out for the coveted trophy. The first day's results have set the stage for an exciting weekend of golf, as both teams look to gain the upper hand in the competition.
