The 2025 Ryder Cup tees off this weekend at Bethpage Black in New York, as Team Europe look to claim victory on American soil for the first time since the famous “Miracle at Medinah” in 2012.
As the reigning champions, Europe arrive with momentum, but they’ll face the full force of a passionate USA home crowd, eager to see the Ryder Cup trophy return stateside.
The format comprises three days of intense competition featuring foursomes, four-ball, and singles matches, with 28 points in play. The magic number is 14.5 — the threshold needed to lift golf’s most prestigious team trophy.
With Europe’s mix of proven leaders and exciting young talent set against America’s star-studded, power-packed lineup, the Ryder Cup 2025 at Bethpage Black promises to deliver another unforgettable chapter in golf’s greatest rivalry.
Ryder Cup betting odds
Paddy Power odds correct at time of writing (26/09). 18+. Gambleaware.org.
The United States team enter as a narrow favourites, with home advantage seen as a meaningful edge.
It’s worth noting that as the defending champions, Europe would retain the Cup with a 14–14 tie, making a draw somewhat less damaging for them in traditional “to lift the trophy” markets.
Ryder Cup predictions
Despite the US home advantage and the crowd pressure at Bethpage Black, Team Europe enter this edition with strong continuity, match-play experience, and depth. Many of the Europeans on the roster played together in the 2023 victory, and only one change (Rasmus Højgaard replacing Nicolai) breaks up the core. The European team is battle-tested, especially in alternate formats, and their composure in tight matches gives them a chance to steal key points early on.
While the Americans boast power hitters and star names — especially with the Bethpage Black course favouring length — they also come with more volatility in form and fewer matchup certainties. The margin for error in Ryder Cup formats is slim, and Europe’s steadiness, and strategic pairings could tip the balance. So we’re tipping Europe to pull off a road win for the first time in 13 years.
| Betting market | Our prediction |
|---|---|
| Outright winner | Europe (13/8) |
| To lift the trophy | Europe (5/4) |
| Correct scoreline | Europe 14.5 – USA 13.5 (9/1) |
| Top overall point scorer | Rory McIlroy (9/1) |
| Hole in One? | No |
Paddy Power odds correct at time of writing (26/09). 18+. Gambleaware.org.