The 2025 Ryder Cup begins Friday at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, New York. The course has hosted major championships before and is known for its long rough, narrow fairways, and challenging greens. That will make this a true test for both sides over three days of team and singles play.
Team USA enters as the betting favorite at home, but Europe has momentum after a 16.5–11.5 win in Rome two years ago. The U.S. needs 14.5 points to win the cup, while Europe only needs 14 to retain. Bettors will be watching closely to see if home soil helps the Americans break Europe’s push for consecutive Ryder Cup victories. For bettors looking to book action, WagerHome has everything you need to set your own lines.
USA Preview – Star power at home
Scottie Scheffler headlines Team USA as the world’s top-ranked player. His performance will set the tone for the squad. He struggled in 2023, securing only one point, but has improved with the putter since then. If he delivers in foursomes and four-ball, the U.S. will be in a strong position by Sunday.
Other key names include Xander Schauffele, Collin Morikawa, and Bryson DeChambeau. Schauffele and Morikawa need to bounce back after disappointing results in Rome. DeChambeau’s length will fit Bethpage Black well, giving the Americans a chance to attack the par 5s and long par 4s.
Captain Keegan Bradley will rely on both rookies and veterans. Players like Ben Griffin and J.J. Spaun bring strong recent form but lack Ryder Cup experience. The U.S. hopes pairing them with veterans such as Justin Thomas or Jordan Spieth can create balance in team sessions. Home crowd support will also be a factor, as Bethpage fans are known to be loud and energized.
Europe Preview – Depth and form
Europe’s lineup has depth and form entering this Ryder Cup. Rory McIlroy leads as the team’s most experienced player, and he went 4-1 in Rome. He is expected to play in all five sessions and will be counted on heavily again. Jon Rahm and Tommy Fleetwood add strength as proven performers in this format.
Viktor Hovland and Ludvig Åberg highlight the next wave of European talent. Hovland ranks just behind Scheffler in strokes gained this season and fits Bethpage well with his iron play. Åberg impressed in his debut two years ago, and his steady play has given Europe another reliable option in both foursomes and four-ball.
Captain Luke Donald has stressed team chemistry, a trademark of recent European squads. While the U.S. has four rookies, Europe brings just one. Veterans like Justin Rose and Tyrrell Hatton provide leadership and balance, giving Donald flexibility in how he sets pairings. Europe has not won a Ryder Cup on U.S. soil since 2012, but the current form of its top players suggests this could be their best chance in over a decade.
PPH Betting Prediction
Odds show the United States as a slight favorite on home soil. Caesars lists Team USA at -150 and Europe at +175. BetMGM prices the U.S. at -145, Europe at +160, and a tie at +1100. The numbers reflect the U.S. home-course edge, but they also show respect for Europe’s form and experience.
From a betting angle, the U.S. is strong at home, but the price is tight given Europe’s depth. The Americans will lean on Scheffler to be the difference-maker, and the home crowd at Bethpage should carry weight. Europe will need McIlroy and Rahm to post at least 3.5 to 4 points each to pull the upset. A close finish is expected, with Sunday singles playing the deciding role. A 15–13 U.S. win looks like the right projection, with Scheffler and Schauffele producing late points to push the Americans over the top.
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Pick: United States to win (-145 to -150), projected score 15–13
