The Ryder Cup is a pinnacle of sportsmanship and rivalry in golf, where Team USA and Team Europe go head-to-head in a fierce contest that captivates fans worldwide. As Day 1 unfolded, the Americans found themselves in a less than ideal situation, falling behind to Europe with a score of 5.5-2.5. The stalwarts of European golf—Tommy Fleetwood, Jon Rahm, and Rory McIlroy—showcased their immense talent, leaving Team USA reflecting on missed opportunities and tactical adjustments.
As the sun rose on Day 2, hopes were high for a turnaround. However, the early action did not bode well for the Americans. Fleetwood and McIlroy once again proved a formidable duo, defeating Collin Morikawa and Harris English. This outcome fueled questions about Team USA captain Keegan Bradley’s strategy, particularly for deploying the same pairing that had struggled the previous day. With the matchups not yielding the desired results, the pressure mounted as the day continued.
Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton showcased their synergy and sharp play, further extending Europe’s lead. Meanwhile, Scottie Scheffler, the world No. 1, found himself still searching for his first victory in the Ryder Cup—a concerning narrative for the American camp as they watched Europe seize control of the scoreboard.
As the morning foursomes concluded, Europe solidified their 8.5-3.5 advantage after a convincing 3-1 performance. With just 5.5 points needed for Europe to retain the Ryder Cup, the stakes for the Americans grew even higher. Each match became a microcosm of pressure where every stroke counted and teamwork was paramount.
Saturday Pairings
All times ET
Foursomes (alternate shot)
- Bryson DeChambeau/Cameron Young (USA) def. Matt Fitzpatrick/Ludvig Åberg (EUR) 4&2
- Rory McIlroy/Tommy Fleetwood (EUR) def. Harris English/Collin Morikawa (USA) 3&2
- Jon Rahm/Tyrrell Hatton (EUR) def. Xander Schauffele/Patrick Cantlay (USA) 3&2
- Robert MacIntyre & Viktor Hovland (EUR) def. Scottie Scheffler/Russell Henley (USA) 1 UP
Four-ball (best ball)
- 12:25 p.m. | Justin Thomas/Cameron Young (USA) vs. Rory McIlroy/Shane Lowry (EUR)
- 12:41 p.m. | Scottie Scheffler/Bryson DeChambeau (USA) vs. Tommy Fleetwood/Justin Rose (EUR)
- 12:57 p.m. | J.J. Spaun/Xander Schauffele (USA) vs. Jon Rahm/Sepp Straka (EUR)
- 1:13 p.m. | Sam Burns/Patrick Cantlay (USA) vs. Tyrrell Hatton/Matt Fitzpatrick (EUR)
How to Watch the Ryder Cup
NBC holds the broadcasting rights for fans eager to catch all the action throughout the weekend.
Saturday, Sept. 27
NBC | 7 a.m. — 6 p.m. ET
Sunday, Sept. 28
NBC | 12 p.m. — 6 p.m. ET
For real-time updates and insights, keep an eye on Yahoo Sports as the Ryder Cup saga unfolds.