Team Europe defeated the United States 15–13 at the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, marking their first win on American soil since 2012. While the final score suggests a close contest, Europe dominated the early stages, and Team USA’s furious comeback on Sunday ultimately fell just short.
Europe’s Fast Start Sets the Tone
Team Europe established firm control over the first two days of the competition, entering the Sunday singles with a commanding 11.5–4.5 lead—the largest two-day advantage in Ryder Cup history.
- Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood were unstoppable, forming one of Europe’s most effective pairings and setting the tone early.
- Fleetwood finished as Europe’s top point scorer for the week.
- On the American side, World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler failed to win any of his team matches, going 0–4 on Friday and Saturday.
Sunday Singles: Team USA Almost Makes History
Despite the deficit, Team USA delivered an inspired performance during the singles matches. The Americans won the session 8.5–3.5, coming within one point of completing the greatest comeback in Ryder Cup history.
- Cameron Young, a New York native, defeated Justin Rose 1-up with a clutch birdie on the 18th.
- Justin Thomas stayed undefeated in Ryder Cup singles by beating Fleetwood 1-up.
- Scottie Scheffler redeemed his early-week losses with a 1-up win over McIlroy.
- Bryson DeChambeau staged a remarkable rally from five down to halve his match with Matt Fitzpatrick.
Hovland’s Injury Adds Late Drama
Just before the singles began, Europe’s Viktor Hovland withdrew with an injury, resulting in a halved match and giving Team USA a crucial point without playing. The score moved to 12–5, putting more pressure on the European side.
Shane Lowry’s Birdie Retains the Cup
With the Americans closing in, Ireland’s Shane Lowry delivered a critical half-point, draining a six-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole to tie his match against Russell Henley. That put Europe at 14 points—enough to retain the Ryder Cup.
Hatton Secures the Win for Europe
The final full point came when Tyrrell Hatton halved his match with Collin Morikawa, officially giving Europe the 14.5 points needed to win the Cup outright.
