The Ryder Cup 2025 at Bethpage Black will be remembered as one of the most electrifying battles in golf history — Europe lifted the trophy after an epic singles finale, surviving a furious USA comeback that had fans on the edge of their seats. From clutch putts to unforgettable drama, today’s highlights capture the passion, pressure, and glory that make the Ryder Cup unlike any other sporting event.
Watch Ryder Cup 2025 Highlights — Europe Win After Epic Singles Finale
Europe survived one of the most dramatic Sundays in Ryder Cup history to win **15–13** at Bethpage Black, holding off a furious U.S. singles comeback that nearly changed the script. Below you’ll get the full highlights — the clinching moments, the controversy, the comeback swings, player calls, and an embedded final-highlights video so fans can re-live the drama. (Official live scoring: RyderCup.com scoring.)
Final Score & Quick Scoreboard
Big Moments & Turning Points
Hatton seals it — the clinching half
Tyrrell Hatton produced the match result that put Europe beyond reach, earning the point Europe needed to close the book. That half-point followed earlier pivotal halves — notably Shane Lowry’s nerveless finish under enormous pressure. Hatton’s result was the moment the celebrations could begin.
Hovland withdrawal & envelope rule
Viktor Hovland withdrew from his scheduled singles match due to a neck injury, invoking the Ryder Cup’s envelope/alternate provisions; his match was treated as a tie under the event rules, effectively shaping the maths for the Sunday singles and reducing the number of available live points. That sequence tightened the margin for a U.S. comeback.
How the U.S. Came Storming Back
From a 11.5–4.5 deficit at the start of singles, the Americans ripped off an exceptional Sunday: six outright singles wins and several other late-turn halved matches, posting a huge singles total (8.5 of the available points) and closing the gap to a two-point finish. Their charge made the final two hours a nerve-wracking theatre of pressure putts and clutch pars.
Controversy, Crowd Behaviour & Aftermath
The week at Bethpage Black wasn’t just about golf — it was stormy. Multiple outlets flagged hostile crowd moments and abuse directed at players and their families, which sparked debate about spectator conduct and event security. The announcer situation and heated exchanges around the envelope rule added fuel to post-match discussions. European celebrations, led visibly by Rory McIlroy, included a taunting chant that made headlines and even drew comments from public figures.
Pro-Golfer Tactical Breakdown — What Won the Cup
Quick, tactical notes you can’t get from a highlights reel — read like a caddie:
- Short-game resilience: Europe’s scrambles and lag-putt halves under pressure saved crucial halves across late boards.
- Course management: Bethpage punishes line errors — Europe’s conservative strategy on key par-4s protected halves when the U.S. pushed for birdies.
- Mental reset: Players like Lowry and Hatton reset between holes better than several U.S. challengers, converting pressure into safe pars and halves.
Final highlights video of Ryder Cup 2025
Embed below: an official/major highlights reel so you can relive the decisive putts and the closing celebration from Bethpage Black course.
More highlight compilations and extended clips are available from major broadcasters and the official Ryder Cup channel.
Player & Fan Reactions on X
Selected posts from official accounts to give you the real-time emotional feed from the captains, teams and fans.
FAQ — Ryder Cup 2025 highlights
1. What was the final score at the Ryder Cup 2025?
Answer: Team Europe defeated the United States 15–13 at Bethpage Black.
2. Who clinched the Ryder Cup for Europe?
Answer: Tyrrell Hatton earned the decisive half-point that secured the victory for Europe.
3. How big was the U.S. comeback on Sunday?
Answer: The U.S. scored 8.5 points in the singles — a ferocious late run that made the ending incredibly tense but ultimately fell two points short.
4. What role did Viktor Hovland’s withdrawal play?
Answer: Hovland’s neck injury withdrawal invoked the tournament’s envelope/alternate procedure; his match was treated per the rules which affected the live points available and the singles math for the day.
5. Were there controversial moments at Bethpage Black?
Answer: Yes — crowd behaviour, an announcer incident and heated discussion around the envelope rule fueled controversy alongside the on-course drama. Broadcasters and outlets covered these topics extensively.
6. Where can I watch full match replays and extended highlights?
Answer: Full replays and extended highlights are posted by the official Ryder Cup channels and major broadcasters (NBC/Peacock, CBS/NBC Sports), and the RyderCup.com highlights hub. We embed a top highlights reel above.
Sources & facts
Major sources checked for this report: Reuters (match wrap & clincher), official RyderCup.com scoring, CBS/CBS Sports live blog and broadcasts, ESPN/PGATour coverage and official highlight reels on YouTube. Use the official RyderCup.com scoring page for authoritative hole-by-hole scores and final tallies.
