Ryder Cup 2025 Day 3 live updates: Europe on the brink
Ryder Cup 2025 reaches its pivotal Day 3 as singles begin at Bethpage Black in New York. Europe hold a commanding 12-5 lead after Viktor Hovland’s late withdrawal, leaving Luke Donald’s team two-and-a-half points away from retaining the Cup and three from winning outright. The atmosphere is electric as the American team, captained by Keegan Bradley, seeks the greatest comeback in Ryder Cup history.
Morning snapshot: what the scoreboard shows
With 11 singles matches scheduled, Europe’s advantage looks substantial, but nothing is decided. The headline tie—Rory McIlroy versus Scottie Scheffler—gets underway as the day’s most-watched clash, while Justin Rose and Tommy Fleetwood are among the European players looking to push the momentum further. The live scoreboard has produced swings as players find form under pressure, and the course at Bethpage Black shows its teeth.
Matches to watch
McIlroy vs Scheffler remains the marquee matchup, a potential showcase between two of the game’s era-defining talents. Xander Schauffele vs Jon Rahm adds a high-stakes clash on the Americans’ side, while Cameron Young taking on Justin Rose provides a blueprint for how Europe can keep the pressure on. Other notable rounds include Sam Burns vs Robert MacIntyre and Bryson DeChambeau vs Matt Fitzpatrick, both expected to swing either way depending on the day’s rhythm.
Moments so far
There have been moments of brilliance and controversy—most notably Rose’s incredible escape at the 13th, a shot that perfectly encapsulated the European spirit and defiance on this stage. His approach and subsequent putt have set the tone for a run of confidence that could prove decisive on the back nine.
What happens next
If Europe can reach 14.5 points by day’s end, they will retain the Ryder Cup on American soil for just the fifth time in history. The USA will need to stem the tide with a string of wins to force a dramatic finish, and the atmosphere promises to stay intense to the final hole. Keep following for the latest on McIlroy, Scheffler, Rose, Cantlay, Aberg, Rahm, and the rest of the field as the singles matches unfold.
