Team Europe stunned the golf world on Friday. They secured a commanding 5.5-2.5 lead over Team USA at Bethpage Black. The hostile New York crowd couldn’t prevent the visitors from dominating the opening day. However, several unforgettable moments unfolded away from the scoreboards.

While most fans focused on the matches, these five incredible moments defined Day 1 at the 2025 Ryder Cup. Each incident captured the raw emotion and intensity that make this tournament special.

Trump’s heartwarming Ryder Cup moment with Bradley’s dad

President Donald Trump created one of the day’s most touching scenes during the team announcements. Captain Keegan Bradley introduced his father to the President right before the afternoon session. The crowd erupted in “USA! USA!” chants as Trump warmly shoo

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