Golf Fans All Issue Same Complaint About Bethpage Setup Before Ryder Cup Final Day: ‘PGA Neutered It’ The course was stripped of its very characteristics that had defined it once. The results of which

“WARNING! The Black Course Is An Extremely Difficult Course, Which We Recommend Only For Highly Skilled Golfers.” The disclaimer is written on a bright red board, visible to anyone who enters the course. Bethpage Black has long been one of the most feared courses in golf . Nicknamed “ The Beast,” the course was once known for punishing rough, narrow fairways, and relentless length — a true test of skill. Excitement was high when it was selected for the 2025 Ryder Cup, but recent changes had stripped away much of its challenge. Now, those alterations are drawing sharp criticism as the event unfolds.

The course at Bethpage Black has seen a dramatic transformation since hosting past majors like the U.S. Open and the 2019 PGA Championship, where legends like Tiger Woods and Brooks Koepk