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Europe retains Ryder Cup after U.S. Sunday surge

FARMINGDALE, N.Y. -- Shane Lowry of Ireland drained a 6-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole to halve his match, and Team Europe survived a surprise rally by the United States team to retain the Ryder Cup on Sunday at Bethpage Black.

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Viktor Hovland’s Absence Triggers Envelope Rule

On Saturday morning, Viktor Hovland began experiencing stiffness in his neck. Throughout the day, it progressed into a pain that made every movement difficult

Golf News / ESPN / September 28

U.S.' furious rally not enough as Europe wins Cup

Europe has retained the Ryder Cup, fending off a furious rally from the United States in singles play Sunday at Bethpage Black. Shane Lowry's birdie putt on No.

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Scottie Scheffler Bursts Into Tears After Narrowly Dodging Embarrassing Ryder Cup Milestone

It has been an emotional ride for Scottie Scheffler at Bethpage! After the end of the first two days of the 2025 Ryder Cup, he was down 0-4-0. His horrid form surprised everyone as fans expected the world #1 to lead from the front in Team U.S.’s efforts against the Europeans in New York.

Bryson Dechambeau News / Golf on ClutchPoints / September 28

Bryson DeChambeau makes wild Ryder Cup comeback, ties Matt Fitzpatrick

The Ryder Cup seemed like it was over after Saturday’s matches. But Team USA stormed out of the gates in Sunday singles, clinching the first two points, looking to stage a comeback.

Rory McIlroy News / Men's Journal / September 28

Rory McIlroy Heckled About Amanda Balionis at the Ryder Cup, Video Shows

Professional golfer Rory McIlroy has been a repeated target of hecklers at the Ryder Cup, and it's caused him to lose his cool. He told fans to shut up, unleashing an expletive, during one round.

Golf News / EssentiallySports / September 28

Americans Don’t Spare Viktor Hovland After Justin Thomas & Co Reacted Strongly to His Withdrawal

With Viktor Hovland’s withdrawal from the Ryder Cup, Europe is just inches away from a historic victory. The last time the away team won was in 2012. Back

Golf News / Last Word On Sports / September 28

'That Wasn’t Right': Keegan Bradley Pushes Back Against Reporter’s Questioning

U.S. Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley clashed with a reporter on Saturday night after the journalist pressed him about the hostile atmosphere at Bethpage Black and whether his team had fueled it.

Viktor Hovland News / Athlon Sports / September 28

The Envelope Rule: How Viktor Hovland’s Withdrawal Highlights Golf’s Most Obscure Ryder Cup Regulation

Viktor Hovland couldn't turn his head Sunday morning at Bethpage. A bulging disc—what Dr. Andrew Murray called "a flare-up of a previous injury"—had rendered the Norwegian immobile.

Justin Thomas News / EssentiallySports / September 28

Backlash Erupts as Justin Thomas Shows Disapproval Over Ryder Cup Rule: ‘Be Grateful’

It’s been a tough outing for Justin Thomas at Bethpage. Despite being one of the better players in Team U.S., he has had to suffer through a lot of scrutiny in the 2025 Ryder Cup.

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Colin Montgomerie points out key errors golfers make trying to cut their handicap

He might not have a major title to his name, but Colin Montgomerie’s voice still carries plenty of weight in the golf world. With 54 professional wins and five runner-up finishes in majors, ‘Monty’ is one of the most successful European golfers in history, even if that elusive major win never came.

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