Television Schedule and Day‑by‑Day Breakdown
The 2025 Ryder Cup heads back to American soil for the first time in a decade, set on the notoriously tough Bethpage Black course in Farmingdale, New York. Organizers have mapped out a full‑day TV slate that keeps the action rolling from sunrise to sunset.
Friday, September 26 – USA Network holds the exclusive broadcast rights for the opening day. Coverage starts at 7 a.m. ET and runs straight through to 6 p.m. ET. The morning session features the traditional foursomes format (7 a.m.–noon), followed by the afternoon four‑ball matches (noon–6 p.m.). For early birds, Peacock streams a two‑hour "Breakfast at Bethpage" show from 6 a.m.–8 a.m., offering player interviews, course previews, and expert analysis.
Saturday, September 27 – The reins pass to NBC for the second day. NBC mirrors Friday’s timeline: morning foursomes from 7 a.m.–noon and afternoon four‑ball from noon–6 p.m. Simultaneously, Peacock carries the same feed online, plus the continued "Breakfast at Bethpage" slot (6 a.m.–8 a.m.). This dual‑feed ensures cable viewers and streamers get identical coverage.
Sunday, September 28 – The climactic singles matches are broadcast on NBC and Peacock from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. ET. A special pre‑match "Breakfast at Bethpage" program runs from 10 a.m.–noon, giving fans a final rundown of line‑ups, strategy notes, and last‑minute weather updates.
Across all three days, the networks slot a "Featured Match" segment from 7:05 a.m. to 6 p.m., spotlighting marquee pairings such as DeChambeau & Thomas for Team USA versus Hatton & Rahm for Europe. These highlights receive extra graphics, mic’d‑up players, and on‑course commentary.
Streaming Options, Free Access and Extra Coverage
Beyond the linear TV schedule, fans have a suite of streaming routes. Peacock sells a premium tier that unlocks the full NBC feed, the featured‑match focus, plus the "Breakfast at Bethpage" show without commercial breaks. For cost‑free viewing, the Ryder Cup website (RyderCup.com), the official mobile app, the Ryder Cup YouTube channel, and the NBC Sports App all stream the live action in real time.
- Peacock Premium – Full coverage, exclusive behind‑the‑scenes clips, and ad‑free experience.
- RyderCup.com & App – Live stream with basic graphics, scoreboards, and a chat feature.
- YouTube – Official live feed with standard commentary, ideal for mobile viewers.
- NBC Sports App – Simulcast of USA Network on Friday and NBC on Saturday/Sunday, plus on‑demand highlights.
The NBC Sports App also offers a dedicated USA Network simulcast for Friday, giving cord‑cutters the same visual feed as the cable channel from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET.
For those who want context before the competition begins, Golf Channel launches a "Live From the Ryder Cup" series on Monday, September 22, airing from 3 p.m.–6 p.m. ET each day until the tournament. These episodes include player profiles, historical moments, and a look at Bethpage Black’s most infamous holes.
Finally, the tournament format itself adds drama to the viewing experience. Friday and Saturday follow the classic foursomes (alternate‑shot) and four‑ball (best‑ball) match‑play structures, while Sunday’s singles pits each of the twelve team members against an opponent from the rival team. The alternating formats keep the pace lively and give broadcasters plenty of moments to highlight individual heroics.
With this layered broadcast plan—cable, streaming, free digital options, and pre‑event analysis—fans of any stripe can follow the Ryder Cup 2025 from opening tee to final putt without missing a beat.
