History of Ryder Cup Venues and Hosting Years
The Ryder Cup was first held in 1927 at Worcester Country Club in Worcester, Massachusetts, initially taking place in even-numbered years. However, to ensure fairness and bring about some change, the European Tour and the PGA of America decided to shift the event to odd-numbered years. This adjustment was implemented after the tournament was postponed in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.The Ryder Cup was first held in 1927 at Worcester Country Club in Worcester, Massachusetts, initially taking place in even-numbered years. However, to ensure fairness and bring about some change, the European Tour and the PGA of America decided to shift the event to odd-numbered years. This adjustment was implemented after the tournament was postponed in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
By changing the schedule, the Ryder Cup avoids coinciding with major events like the Olympics or the FIFA World Cup, enhancing its appeal and public interest. This schedule shift also creates an exciting timeline and marks a fresh approach for this annual golf event.
The Next Venue for the Ryder Cup
After the recent Ryder Cup at Italy’s Marco Simone Golf & Country Club in 2023, which brought together 24 of the world’s best golfers, Bethpage Black in New York will host the next Ryder Cup. This venue has previously hosted the US Open twice and was also the site of the 2019 PGA Championship.
As one of the best golf courses in the United States, Bethpage Black has hosted numerous major events, including the 2002 and 2009 US Opens, the 2019 PGA Championship, and The Barclays in 2012 and 2016, part of the FedEx Cup Playoffs in the World Golf Championships. In 2025, Bethpage Black will become the second course in New York to host the Ryder Cup, following Oak Hill in 1995, where Team Europe secured victory.
Considered one of the top courses in New York, Bethpage Black opened in 1936 and is known for its high level of difficulty, as indicated by the warning sign at the first tee, advising only highly skilled golfers to play. Notable champions here include Tiger Woods and Brooks Koepka, with Woods being the only player to finish under par at the 2002 US Open.
Future Ryder Cup Venues
Future Ryder Cup venues have also been announced. The 2027 competition will be held at Adare Manor in Ireland, and the 2029 edition will take place at Hazeltine National Golf Club, which previously hosted the event in 2016. However, the location for the 2031 Ryder Cup has not yet been confirmed
