Overview

• Europe defeated the United States 15-13 at Bethpage Black, fending off a late American surge as Shane Lowry holed the clinching putt moments after Russell Henley missed.
• During celebrations, players chanted, “Are you watching, Donald Trump?” and Trump reposted the clip on Truth Social with, “Yes, I’m watching. Congratulations!”
• Trump attended Friday’s opening day with his granddaughter Kai, drawing attention to his presence at the first pro golf event he has watched in person since August 2023.
• Players and reporters detailed sustained heckling of Europe—especially Rory McIlroy—with several spectators removed and additional security and fan-conduct messages deployed.
• Comedian Heather McMahan apologized and stepped down after leading a profanity-laced chant at McIlroy, and separate reports cited unconfirmed estimates of substantial security and logistics costs tied to Trump’s visit.