2025 Ryder Cup Tips The scene is set for the 45th Ryder Cup between the USA and holders Europe, with the action getting underway at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, New York, on Friday. Europe won the trophy back from the US courtesy of a 16.6-11.5 victory at Marco Simone Golf Club in 2023, and not only has Luke Donald stayed on as captain, but 11 of the 12 players who triumphed in Rome are also heading to the States. Rookie Rasmus Hojgaard is the sole alteration, replacing his twin brother Nicolai, and the European contingent will be aiming to secure the first away Ryder Cup win since the 'Miracle at Medinah' in 2012. The USA, spearheaded by world number one Scottie Scheffler, have four rookies in their ranks and it will be interesting to see how captain Keegan Bradley, who was in contention for a playing role himself, takes to the position. 2025 Ryder Cup Tips Europe to win @ 13/8 with Boylesports Tommy Fleetwood - Top European Points Scorer @ 5/1 with Boylesports Justin Thomas - Top USA Points Scorer @ 14/1 with Boylesports Away success on the cards Away wins in the Ryder Cup don't come around often, but the last three victories on foreign soil have all been achieved by Europe, with that miraculous feat in 2012 coming after triumphs in 2004 and 1995. This European team is settled and Donald, resuming his captaincy following that Rome triumph, already knows which pairings work well and therefore doesn't have to do much tinkering to his plans. It is a different vibe for the USA, who have a captain in Bradley who wasn't the first choice and arguably should have been playing given his impressive golf this season. The 39-year-old has never performed this type of role and he has some big decisions to make when it comes to pairings, with some of his big guns like Patrick Cantlay and Collin Morikawa out of form. When you look at the balance of both teams, Europe look to be in a better position and they can deliver a first away Ryder Cup win in 13 years. Tip 1: Europe to win @ 13/8 with Boylesports Fleetwood to steer Europe to glory Europe are stacked with quality for this New York trip, boasting the likes of Grand Slam-winner Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, Shane Lowry, Tyrrell Hatton and Ludvig Aberg, but Tommy Fleetwood is a man who has taken his game to the next level and can be a shining light for his side. After several near-misses, Fleetwood finally broke his PGA Tour duck at this year's Tour Championship, easing to a three-shot victory and becoming the FedEx Cup champion in the process. That win is a huge weight off the Englishman's shoulders and he should now play a big part for Europe at Bethpage Black, just like he has done in his previous three Ryder Cups. Fleetwood's win-loss-halve record stands at 7-3-2 and he has proven to be a fantastic partner in this event, notably winning all four matches when teaming up with Francesco Molinari at Le Golf National in 2018. Tip 2: Tommy Fleetwood - Top European Points Scorer @ 5/1 with Boylesports JT to make his mark Referred to by captain Bradley as the heartbeat of the US team, Justin Thomas is the most experienced player in this team when it comes to the Ryder Cup and he will be relied on heavily throughout the three-day event. The 32-year-old was back in the winner's circle at the RBC Heritage in April - his 16th PGA Tour title - and he will be itching to make amends after contributing just 1.5 points from four matches in 2023. With an overall Ryder Cup record of 7-4-2, Thomas has the second-highest points percentage in this US outfit and he is likely to play at least four sessions, if not all five. Tip 3: Justin Thomas - Top USA Points Scorer @ 14/1 with Boylesports
