You’ve seen the photos of Bethpage Black. The warning sign at the first tee basically tells you that if you aren't a high-level stick, you should probably just stay in the parking lot. That’s the vibe for the 2025 Ryder Cup. It’s loud, it’s aggressive, and honestly, the New York crowd is going to be a massive factor. If you aren't physically standing in Farmingdale this September, you’re going to be glued to a screen. But here’s the thing: finding the actual Ryder Cup broadcast schedule is always weirder than it needs to be because the rights are split, the morning windows start at dawn, and streaming is a whole different animal.
We are looking at three days of absolute chaos from September 26 to September 28, 2025. This isn't your standard Thursday-to-Sunday stroke play event. It’s a sprint. If you miss the first two hours on Friday morning, you’ve basically missed the tone-setting matches that decide who gets the momentum.
The 2025 Ryder Cup Broadcast Schedule: Day-by-Day Breakdown
Most people think they can just turn on NBC on Friday morning and see the opening tee shots. You can't. That’s the first mistake. Friday is almost entirely a cable and streaming affair.
Friday, September 26: The Opening Salvo
The first day is a marathon. We’re talking about a 7:00 AM ET start on USA Network. They carry the torch all the way through 6:00 PM ET. It’s a long day for the commentators, and a longer day for the players doing 36 holes.
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If you’re a real degenerate for the details, Peacock starts even earlier with a "Breakfast at Bethpage" show at 6:00 AM ET. It’s mostly fluff, but if you want to see the dawn light hitting the bunkers, that’s where you go. The actual matches start at 7:10 AM ET with the Morning Foursomes.
Saturday, September 27: The Big Stage
This is when the coverage moves to the big "dinosaur" network. NBC and Peacock take over the live coverage from 7:00 AM ET to 6:00 PM ET. The format mirrors Friday—foursomes in the morning and four-ball in the afternoon—but the stakes feel heavier. By Saturday night, we usually know if it’s a blowout or a dogfight.
Sunday, September 28: Singles Sunday
The finale. Everything changes on Sunday. The matches start later—around 12:02 PM ET—because there’s only one wave of play. 12 matches, 12 points. NBC handles the broadcast from 12:00 PM ET to 6:00 PM ET. It’s the shortest broadcast window of the week, but easily the most intense.
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Where to Stream if You’ve Ditched Cable
You don't need a massive Comcast bill to watch this, but you do need a plan.
Peacock is the MVP here. It’s not just a simulcast; they usually run "Featured Groups" coverage that focuses on the biggest matches. If Scottie Scheffler is out there grinding against Rory McIlroy, Peacock will likely have a dedicated feed just for that walk.
- Official Ryder Cup App: Free featured match coverage (usually).
- Fubo/YouTube TV: Since they carry USA Network and NBC, they are safe bets.
- RyderCup.com: They often stream the "Breakfast at Bethpage" and the Opening Ceremony.
Honestly, the Opening Ceremony on Thursday (September 25) is underrated. It happens around 4:00 PM ET on Golf Channel. It’s where the captains—Keegan Bradley for the US and Luke Donald for Europe—actually announce the pairings. If you want to win your office pool, you have to watch this to see who is vibing and who looks terrified of the Bethpage rough.
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Why Bethpage Black Changes the Viewing Experience
Watching a Ryder Cup at Bethpage isn't like watching one at Marco Simone or Whistling Straits. The geography of the course means the cameras struggle with certain angles because of the massive elevation changes. You’ll notice the "Live From" crew on Golf Channel talking a lot about the "walk."
Bethpage is a physical beast. By the time the Ryder Cup broadcast schedule hits the Sunday singles, you’re going to see players who look absolutely gassed. The broadcast usually does a great job of showing the "warning sign," but they don't always capture the sheer scale of the hills.
International Viewing: UK and Ireland
If you’re across the pond, Sky Sports Golf has the exclusive. They don't do the channel-hopping that the US broadcast does. It’s usually wall-to-wall coverage with the Sky crew (which, let’s be honest, is often better than the US commentary). Because New York is 5 hours behind London, the matches will run well into the night for UK viewers. Expect the Sunday singles to wrap up around 11:00 PM BST.
Actionable Steps for the Fan
Don't wait until Friday morning to realize your Peacock login expired.
- Check your USA Network access: If you use a streaming service like Sling or Hulu Live, make sure USA is in your package for Friday’s 11-hour block.
- Download the Ryder Cup App: It’s the best way to track live scoring, which is often 30 seconds faster than the TV delay.
- Set the Thursday Alarm: Watch the Opening Ceremony at 4 PM ET on Golf Channel to get the Friday morning pairings.
- Sync your devices: If you’re working on Friday (or "working"), have the Peacock featured group on your tablet and the main USA Network feed on your TV.
The 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage is going to be a loud, rowdy, and potentially hostile environment for the Europeans. Knowing exactly when to tune in ensures you don't miss the moment the first "New York hello" is shouted from the grandstands at the first tee.