Ryder Cup 2025 Schedule: Match Dates, Start Times & TV Listings
The Ryder Cup is held every two years and brings together the best golfers from the United States and Europe for three days of intense team match play.
The 2025 event will be played at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, New York from Friday, September 26 to Sunday, September 28, 2025.
Players will compete in foursomes, four-ball and singles matches. Each match is worth one point and every session can swing momentum for either side.
Below you will find the full match schedule, start times, TV channels and how to watch online.
2025 Ryder Cup Golf Schedule
Ryder Cup 2025 Opening Ceremony begins at 4:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday, September 24, followed by Practice Day on Thursday, September 25. Here is the full schedule in Eastern Time (ET):
| Date | Session | Match Type | Start Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Sept 26 | Morning Session | 4 Foursomes Matches | 7:10, 7:26, 7:42, 7:58 a.m. |
| Fri, Sept 26 | Afternoon Session | 4 Four-ball Matches | 12:25, 12:41, 12:57, 1:13 p.m. |
| Sat, Sept 27 | Morning Session | 4 Foursomes Matches | 7:10, 7:26, 7:42, 7:58 a.m. |
| Sat, Sept 27 | Afternoon Session | 4 Four-ball Matches | 12:25, 12:41, 12:57, 1:13 p.m. |
| Sun, Sept 28 | Singles Matches | 12 Singles Matches | First match 12:02 p.m., final groups tee off through about 2:03 p.m. |
Each session gives both teams a chance to gain or lose momentum. Captains rotate players to match strategy and energy levels. Sunday’s singles matches often decide the winner.
Ryder Cup 2025 Daily Schedule and TV Timetable
Wednesday, September 24 – Opening Ceremony
Wednesday is not a match day, but it sets the stage. The Opening Ceremony begins at 4:00 p.m. ET and includes team introductions and opening speeches.
Golf Channel is expected to show it live.
Thursday, September 25 – Practice Day
Fans can watch public practice rounds from about 9:00 a.m. ET. This is the first chance to see possible pairings and team chemistry.
Friday, September 26 – Day 1 Matches
Friday starts the competition with two sessions. Morning foursomes tee off at 7:10 a.m. ET and afternoon four-ball matches begin at 12:25 p.m. ET.
USA Network carries the full day’s play and Peacock streams featured groups. Early leads can shift the momentum for the weekend.
Saturday, September 27 – Day 2 Matches
Saturday follows the same layout as Friday. Morning foursomes begin at 7:10 a.m. ET and afternoon four-ball matches at 12:25 p.m. ET.
USA Network covers the morning session while NBC takes over in the afternoon. By Saturday night, 16 of the 28 total matches will be complete.
Sunday, September 28 – Singles Matches
All twelve players from each team compete in one-on-one singles matches. The first group tees off at 12:02 p.m. ET, with the final groups starting around 2:03 p.m. ET.
NBC and Peacock will show every match. Each match is worth one point. The team that reaches 14½ points first wins the Ryder Cup.
If both teams reach 14 points, the current champion, Team Europe, keeps the Cup.
Ryder Cup 2025 Match Format Recap
The Ryder Cup uses match play scoring. Players compete to win individual holes. The team that wins the most holes wins the match.
Each match is worth 1 point. If a match ends in a tie after 18 holes, both teams get ½ point.
There are 28 matches in total:
- Day 1 (Friday): 4 foursomes in the morning, 4 four-ball in the afternoon
- Day 2 (Saturday): Same as Day 1
- Day 3 (Sunday): 12 singles matches
Match Types Explained
- Foursomes: Two teammates alternate shots with one ball. One tees off on odd-numbered holes and the other on even.
- Four-ball: Each player plays their own ball. The best score on each hole from the team counts. The team with the lower score wins the hole.
- Singles: One-on-one matches. The player who wins the most holes wins the match.
How to Win the Ryder Cup
The first team to reach 14½ points wins the Cup. If the score is 14–14, the team that won the last Ryder Cup—Team Europe—keeps the trophy.
Where to Watch Ryder Cup 2025 Live on TV and Online
United States: The Opening Ceremony and practice coverage will air on Golf Channel. Match coverage runs on USA Network and NBC. Peacock will stream every session.
United Kingdom: Sky Sports Golf will broadcast the entire event and stream it on Sky Go.
Canada: TSN and CTV will air the matches. TSN+ will provide full streaming access.
Australia: Fox Sports and Kayo Sports will carry live coverage.
Check local listings for final broadcast details closer to the event.
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Who are the team captains for 2025?
Keegan Bradley will captain Team USA. Luke Donald will lead Team Europe.
What time do matches start each day?
Friday and Saturday morning sessions start at 7:10 a.m. ET. Afternoon sessions begin at 12:25 p.m. ET. Sunday singles begin at 12:02 p.m. ET.
How many matches are played during the Ryder Cup?
There are 28 matches over three days. Friday and Saturday each have eight matches. Sunday has twelve singles matches. Every match is worth one point.
Can I watch the Ryder Cup without cable?
Yes. Peacock streams every session in the U.S. Sky Go streams in the UK. TSN+ covers it in Canada and Kayo Sports streams in Australia. Some services may offer free trials.
Who won the Ryder Cup in 2023?
Team Europe defeated the United States at Marco Simone Golf Club in Italy with a final score of 16½ to 11½.