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Ryder Cup 2025: With the U.S. hosting and Europe defending a dominant streak, star matchups, captain’s picks and the form of McIlroy and Scheffler – and LIV’s role – will decide if Team USA can mount a comeback.
Don’t miss the 2025 Ryder Cup finale – U.S. viewers can watch live Sunday on NBC or stream it on Peacock. International coverage varies, so check your local broadcasters or streaming guide for the exact channel and start time
Fitzpatrick fired a record‑equalling 66 to seize the DP World Tour title, producing a calm, clinical final round that overturned his rivals on a demanding course before sharing the moment with jubilant fans.
Bethpage’s master of ceremonies has stepped down after vulgar chants aimed at Rory McIlroy repeatedly disrupted play; the club said the move follows multiple incidents and promised a thorough review of crowd‑control and event conduct policies
Europe arrives at the 2025 Ryder Cup on a hot streak – but the U.S. is plotting a comeback. We break down the three most stunning Ryder Cup turnarounds and what each one reveals about America’s chances to reclaim the trophy this year
LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
Golf’s governing bodies have unveiled a new route for LIV Golf players to qualify for The Open, using designated events and specific ranking criteria. The move is designed to promote greater integration and opportunity – but it’s also likely to reignite debate among traditionalists who worry about changing the established order.
Donald: U.S. fans “crossed a line” at Ryder Cup:
Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald blasted sections of the U.S. crowd, saying their conduct “crossed a line,” and urged fans to show respect for the players and the spirit of the competition. Officials are now weighing tougher measures to curb misconduct and protect the tournament’s integrity
Rickie Fowler has withdrawn from the WM Phoenix Open with an illness, leaving fans and organizers unsettled. The abrupt exit of the one-time contender not only removes a marquee name from the field but also leaves his availability for upcoming tournaments in doubt.
Meanwhile, the Ryder Cup’s Bethpage edition is fueling intense debate. A string of controversies and a brutally challenging course have tested long-held traditions, prompting questions about the event’s future, its competitive balance, and whether changes are now inevitable
Amid the chaos of the Ryder Cup, Keegan Bradley praised the fans’ fierce passion but warned that a vocal minority “crossed the line,” with boisterous behavior disrupting players’ focus and even creating safety concerns as tensions boiled over
Fowler (illness) WDs from WM Phoenix Open:
Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open due to illness, tournament officials confirmed. He exited before the weekend, seeking recovery and monitoring his fitness for upcoming events.
They said ‘F–k you Rory’ – and it created a Ryder Cup monster:
Heard chants of ‘F–k you Rory’, the slur ignited fury and focus, forging a Ryder Cup ‘monster’-a united, aggressive European side whose fire and cohesion overwhelmed opponents and reshaped the contest.
LIV golfers now have a new avenue into The Open – a qualification route driven by performance metrics and select designated events. The shift could scramble major lineups, accelerate tour integration and spark heated debate over fairness and access.
Inside a Ryder Cup rout: nine decisive factors behind the U.S. collapse – fraying team chemistry, dwindling form, costly strategic miscues, mounting European momentum, and rising pressure as captains and players face intense scrutiny
LIV golfers excerpt:
LIV players have been granted an official qualification route into The Open after a new agreement with the organizers – a move that opens the door for them to chase major glory while reigniting sharp debate among established tour stakeholders.
Ryder Cup excerpt:
A match-by-match ranking of all 12 Ryder Cup Sunday singles, dissecting current form, the must-watch head-to-heads and the pivotal point swings that could decide the winner on the tension-packed final day of this biennial battle
