A Home in Long Island
For the first time ever, the Ryder Cup will be staged at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, Nassau County, running from September 23 to 28, 2025. It joins Oak Hill Country Club in Rochester (1995) as the only two New York venues ever to host the event.
What Makes Bethpage Black Special?
Bethpage Black is renowned for its brutal difficulty, long layout, punishing rough, and tight fairways, making it an ideal venue to challenge elite golfers and shape fierce rivalries.
The Matchup & Stakes
Set for September 26–28, 2025, Team USA under Keegan Bradley will face defending champions Europe under captain Luke Donald. Europe’s squad includes strategic insights from advisor Paul McGinley, a Ryder Cup legend himself.
Fan Dynamics
Organizers are taking no chances with crowd behavior. Given New York’s passionate sports fans, measures are in place, including crowd observers, strict monitoring, and ejections if necessary, to preserve respect and sportsmanship.
Individual Rivalries
The stage is set for sparks as Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau reignite their rivalry, fueling extra drama, especially given recent course tweaks like a drivable first hole and altered rough to play to the American team’s advantage.
Why We’re All Watching
- Historic First in Nassau County: For Long Island, this is a landmark moment—the Ryder Cup’s arrival in Bethpage Black places the global spotlight on Nassau County.
- Golf at Its Grittiest: The combination of elite teams and a famously tough venue promises intense, unrelenting competition.
- Passion Meets Precision: There’s drama beyond the fairway—McIlroy vs DeChambeau, crowd energy, strategic maneuvers by captains and advisors—all the ingredients of epic sports theater.
- Community & Prestige: Nassau County welcomes global attention, tourism boost, and an unforgettable sporting occasion that blends local pride with world-class golf.
No Ryder Cup tickets? No problem!
Keep the excitement going at Eisenhower Park’s Watch Party. Join friends, neighbors, and fellow golf fans at Kite Field in East Meadow, where the tournament unfolds on a massive outdoor screen; it’s the next best thing to being at Bethpage Black.
- When: Friday, Saturday & Sunday (September 26–28), from 12 PM to 6 PM each day
- Where: The spacious Kite Field, Eisenhower Park, East Meadow
- Why go: Completely free, open to all, and no ticket required. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, settle into the grass, and soak in the Ryder Cup atmosphere just miles from Bethpage Black. Plus, get your hands on exclusive Ryder Cup merch!
The 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black is more than just another tournament—it’s history unfolding in the heart of Nassau County. From the origins of the Ryder Cup, the intensity of matchplay formats, the legacies of legendary comebacks, to modern-day rivalries and local celebration—the story is rich, deep, and electric. Whether you’re a seasoned golf fan or just curious, the event offers everything: strategy, heart, drama, and a proud moment for Nassau County, Long Island!
