Ryder Cup 2023: How to watch Europe vs USA on TV and online today

Luke Donald’s Europe look to win back the Ryder Cup in Rome against Zach Johnson’s Team USA

Lawrence Ostlere
Sunday 01 October 2023 12:30 BST
Comments
Rory McIlroy during Thursday’s practice session at Marco Simone
Rory McIlroy during Thursday’s practice session at Marco Simone (PA)

Your support helps us to tell the story

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.

At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.

The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.

Your support makes all the difference.

The Ryder Cup concludes today as Europe aim to see through a 10.5-5.5 advantage during Sunday singles.

But Patrick Cantlay has given the USA hope with a thrilling conclusion to day two to take down Rory McIlroy and Matt Fitzpatrick.

The margin of victory in 2021 was the biggest in the modern era of the Ryder Cup, and seven of the 12 players from historic win have returned to try and defend the trophy for the USA, but it will take a monumental effort to retain the cup.

Find the latest golf odds and free bets from the best betting sites.

How can I watch it?

Viewers in the United Kingdom will be able to watch the Ryder Cup live on Sky Sports. Subscribers can also stream the event via the Sky Go app.

Final Day - Sunday 1 October: Sky Sports Golf and Sky Sports Main Event have live coverage of the final day from 9am.

If you’re travelling abroad and want to watch major sporting events including the Ryder Cup, then you might need a VPN to unblock your streaming app. Our VPN roundup is here to help: get great deals on the best VPNs in the market. Viewers using a VPN need to make sure that they comply with any local regulations where they are and also with the terms of their service provider.

What is the schedule for the Ryder Cup?

Sunday 1 October: 12 singles matches before closing ceremony.

Sunday singles (12 players tee off every 12 minutes (approximately 17:00 finish).

1 10:35 Jon Rahm v Scottie Scheffler

2 10:47 Viktor Hovland v Collin Morikawa

3 10:59 Justin Rose v Patrick Cantlay

4 11:11 Rory McIlroy v Sam Burns

5 11:23 Matt Fitzpatrick v Max Homa

6 11:35 Tyrrell Hatton v Brian Harman

7 11:47 Ludvig Aberg v Brooks Koepka

8 11:59 Sepp Straka v Justin Thomas

9 12:11 Nicolai Hojgaard v Xander Schauffele

10 12:23 Shane Lowry v Jordan Spieth

11 12:35 Tommy Fleetwood v Rickie Fowler

12 12:47 Robert MacIntyre v Wyndham Clark

Who are the captains?

The 2023 Ryder Cup will feature two new captains. The United States will be led by Zach Johnson, two-time major winner and five-time player at the event, while Luke Donald will guide Europe - the Englishman replaced Henrik Stenson in the role after the Swedish player was stripped of the captaincy after electing to join LIV Golf.

Who are the vice-captains?

Europe: Thomas Bjorn, Edoardo Molinari, Nicolas Colsaerts, Jose Maria Olazabal

USA: Steve Stricker, Davis Love III, Jim Furyk, Fred Couples, Stewart Cink

The teams

Europe: Rory McIlroy (Northern Ireland), John Rahm (Spain), Victor Hovland (Norway), Tyrrell Hatton (England), Robert MacIntyre (Scotland), Matt Fitzpatrick (England), Tommy Fleetwood (England), Sepp Straka (Austria), Justin Rose (England), Shane Lowry (Ireland), Nicolai Højgaard (Denmark), Ludvig Åberg (Sweden)

USA: Scottie Scheffler, Wyndham Clarke, Brian Harman, Patrick Cantlay, Max Homa, Xander Schauffele, Sam Burns, Rickie Fowler, Brooks Koepka, Collin Morikawa, Jordan Spieth, Justin Thomas

How were the teams selected?

Europe’s 12-player squad was selected differently this year, with Donald afforded six captain’s picks, three more than his predecessor had for Whistling Straits. The six automatic selections comprised three golfers apiece from the European and World points lists.

The US, meanwhile, retained the same process: six qualifiers from the Ryder Cup points list and then six players of Johnson’s choosing.

Get all the latest Ryder Cup odds from the best new betting sites.

Join our commenting forum

Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies

Comments

Thank you for registering

Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in