New York State Police say Long Island residents should prepare for road closures leading up to the 45th Ryder Cup in Farmingdale, as more than 250,000 spectators are expected to visit, causing substantial congestion next week.

Public access to the tournament, which begins on Tuesday at Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale, where there will be increased security measures until the final match on Sept. 28.

A presidential visit is expected on Sept. 26, when spectators should also expect heightened security measures.

State police announced Round Swamp Road would be closed from Winding Road to Quaker Meeting House Road during final preparations for the event.

Round Swamp Road will be closed Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. It also be closed from Winding Road to Quaker Meeting House R

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