Ryder Cup Ticket Prices Stir Controversy Amid Comparisons to Major Sports Events

Officials defend the high costs by likening the Ryder Cup to top-tier events like the World Series and NBA Finals.

Ryder Cup tickets for the 2025 event at Bethpage Black are priced at $750 for competition days, causing significant public backlash.
Bryan Karns, Ryder Cup Championship Director, justifies the prices by comparing the event to prestigious sports events such as the World Series and NBA Finals Game 7.
Ticket prices include unlimited food and non-alcoholic beverages, a model similar to that of the Super Bowl, according to Karns.
The high demand for the event is underscored by a ticket lottery system, where only 10% of applicants will secure tickets.
Scottie Scheffler, world number one golfer, expresses hope for a respectful atmosphere at the event, despite concerns over potential unruly fan behavior.