September 25, 2025

Get ready, golf fans! The much-awaited Ryder Cup 2025 at the thrilling Bethpage Black Course in New York is shaking things up. Organisers announced a big change on Tuesday — the opening ceremony, originally set for Thursday, will now kick off early on Wednesday at 4 p.m. ET. Why the rush? The forecast says heavy rain is coming, especially on Friday, the first day of intense match play. They want players, fans, and VIPs to avoid getting stuck in a downpour. The ceremony in Farmingdale will see US captain Keegan Bradley and European captain Luke Donald unveil the first-day pairings as planned. Good news for those holding general admission tickets — your passes will be valid for both Wednesday and Thursday! But that’s not all. Baseball cap off, golf clubs ready — US star golfer Scottie Scheffler is buzzing with excitement over President Donald Trump's visit. Trump, known worldwide as a huge golf fan, is expected on Friday during the competition’s start. Scheffler said Trump's presence could give the American team a powerful boost. Now, will Trump deliver a pep talk? US captain Keegan Bradley smiled and kept his lips sealed, but the buzz is real. This Ryder Cup is no ordinary clash. It's the classic USA versus Europe yet again, but with a twist. Europe has dominated the trophy recently, and some think it’s because American players are distracted by bigger paychecks from tours and prize money — millions of dollars in prize pools from prestigious tournaments like the Players Championship and Tour Championship! However, the PGA of America has kept the spirit alive by "paying" Ryder Cup players since 1999 through charity donations. This year, the charity donations jump to $300,000, plus an extra $200,000 stipend that players can use as they wish — that's more than just a pat on the back! In short, the 2025 Ryder Cup promises edge-of-the-seat action, a rain-rescheduled start, and star power both on and off the course. Will the USA finally outplay Europe and bring the trophy home? Only time, skills, and perhaps a little presidential magic will tell!

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