Overview

• Captains Keegan Bradley and Luke Donald released Friday foursomes, which also include Scottie Scheffler with Russell Henley vs. Ludvig Åberg with Matt Fitzpatrick, Collin Morikawa with Harris English vs. Rory McIlroy with Tommy Fleetwood, and Xander Schauffele with Patrick Cantlay vs. Robert MacIntyre with Viktor Hovland.
• More than 50,000 spectators are expected each day, with U.S. players encouraging a loud home advantage as Bradley waved a large flag and DeChambeau led USA chants during final practice.
• President Donald Trump is expected to visit during the opening session, with officials advising fans of enhanced security and earlier arrivals.
• Europe arrives with 11 returnees from its 2023 win and specific preparation for a hostile setting, including VR simulations of crowd noise and abuse, as the team seeks a rare away retention.
• The U.S. is a slight betting favorite after emphasizing readiness, with play running Friday through Sunday across foursomes, fourballs, and concluding singles.