Europe Retains Ryder Cup After Holding Off U.S. Rally at Bethpage Black
Europe secured the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, overcoming a strong U.S. singles performance, with Shane Lowry's crucial birdie putt on the 18th hole ensuring the decisive half-point.
Europe has retained the Ryder Cup, overcoming a strong singles performance by the United States on Sunday at Bethpage Black. The decisive moment came when Shane Lowry sank a 6-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole, halving his match with Russell Henley and securing the necessary half-point for Europe to reach 14 points.
"I just can't believe it. I can't believe that putt went in. ... The Ryder Cup means everything to me," Lowry said, visibly emotional.
Europe entered the final day needing just two points to retain the cup, leading 11.5-4.5 after Saturday's play. The score advanced to 12-5 when Viktor Hovland withdrew from singles due to a neck injury, resulting in a draw for his scheduled match against Harris English.
The U.S. team mounted a strong comeback, with Cameron Young and Justin Thomas each securing victories by converting birdie putts on the 18th hole against Justin Rose and Tommy Fleetwood, respectively. Bryson DeChambeau managed to halve his match with Matt Fitzpatrick after being 5 down through seven holes, and world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler defeated Rory McIlroy 1-up.
Despite the American surge, Lowry's crucial putt ensured Europe retained the Ryder Cup, continuing their recent dominance in the competition.