Fri Sep 26 20:50:00 UTC 2025: **Ryder Cup 2025: Europe Dominates Opening Day at Bethpage Black**
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. – Team Europe stunned the heavily favored United States on the first day of the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, taking a commanding 5-3 lead. The Europeans routed the Americans in the morning foursomes, securing a 3-1 advantage, with dominant performances from pairings like Ludvig Åberg and Matt Fitzpatrick, who defeated World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and Russell Henley 5&3.
The afternoon four-ball session saw the U.S. team attempt to claw back, with Cameron Young and Justin Thomas delivering a decisive 6&5 victory. However, the Europeans held their ground, winning some crucial matches to win the day overall.
Captain Keegan Bradley faces a tough challenge to rally his team, needing strong performances on Saturday to prevent Europe from retaining the trophy. All eyes will be on the revamped pairings as the Americans seek to regain momentum.
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