The 46th Ryder Cup takes place from 17 to 19 September 2027 at Adare Manor in County Limerick, Ireland. Golf’s greatest team competition returns to Irish soil for only the second time, with Europe looking to defend the trophy they recaptured with a historic away victory at Bethpage Black in 2025. The centenary edition of the Ryder Cup promises to be one of the most significant in the event’s illustrious history.
What is the Ryder Cup?
The Ryder Cup is a biennial team golf competition contested between 12-player teams representing Europe and the United States. Named after English businessman Samuel Ryder, who donated the trophy in 1927, it is widely regarded as the most prestigious team event in professional golf and one of the most compelling spectacles in world sport.
Unlike all other major golf events, the Ryder Cup is not a stroke play competition. Instead, it is played in a match play format over three days. Friday and Saturday feature two sessions each: foursomes (alternate shot) in the morning and four-ball (best ball) in the afternoon, with four matches per session. Sunday features 12 singles matches. Each match is worth one point, with half a point for a halved match, giving a total of 28 points available. The team that reaches 14.5 points wins the cup, while the defending champion retains the trophy with a 14-14 tie.
The competition originally pitted the United States against Great Britain, later expanded to include Ireland in 1973 and all of continental Europe from 1979 onwards. That expansion transformed the event into the fiercely competitive contest it is today.
When is the Ryder Cup?
The 2027 Ryder Cup week runs from Monday 13 September to Sunday 19 September:
- Monday 13 September to Thursday 16 September: Practice days, opening ceremony, and build-up events
- Friday 17 September: Day 1, foursomes and four-ball sessions
- Saturday 18 September: Day 2, foursomes and four-ball sessions
- Sunday 19 September: Day 3, 12 singles matches
The Ryder Cup is held in odd-numbered years, alternating between venues in Europe and the United States. The 2027 edition is a European home match.
Where is the Ryder Cup?
Adare Manor is located in the village of Adare in County Limerick, in the south-west of Ireland. The Golf Course at Adare Manor is a par-72 championship layout stretching 7,509 yards, designed originally by Robert Trent Jones Sr. in 1995 and comprehensively rebuilt by Tom Fazio in 2016 and 2017 to create a world-class championship venue.
Fazio’s redesign introduced state-of-the-art SubAir systems beneath the greens to ensure perfect playing surfaces regardless of weather, along with Pure Distinction bent grass on all putting surfaces. The River Maigue winds through the course, bringing water into play on several holes, while the ruins of Desmond Castle (dating to 1200 AD) and a Franciscan Abbey (1464) provide a dramatic historical backdrop to the competition.
This will be only the second time Ireland has hosted the Ryder Cup. The first was in 2006 at The K Club in County Kildare, where Europe secured a record 18.5 to 9.5 victory under captain Ian Woosnam. Shannon Airport is the nearest major airport, approximately 40 minutes from the venue, with Cork Airport around 90 minutes away.
Key Contenders
Luke Donald captains Team Europe for a record third consecutive time after leading Europe to victory at Marco Simone in 2023 and at Bethpage Black in 2025. He is the first captain since Bernard Gallacher to lead the team in three successive contests. Edoardo Molinari returns as vice-captain for a third stint.
Europe’s squad is expected to feature many of the players who contributed to the dramatic 15-13 away victory in New York, including Rory McIlroy, Tommy Fleetwood, Ludvig Aberg, and Shane Lowry, whose decisive half-point at Bethpage sealed the win. Jon Rahm and Viktor Hovland provide world-class experience in the European ranks.
The United States captain has yet to be announced, with Tiger Woods having ruled himself out of the role. The American team will be eager to avenge their 2025 defeat and end a run of results that has seen them lose three of the last four Ryder Cups. Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele, Collin Morikawa, and Bryson DeChambeau are among the players likely to form the core of the US squad, with the six automatic qualifiers and six captain’s picks to be finalised in the months preceding the event.
How to Watch the Ryder Cup
The Ryder Cup is broadcast globally across multiple platforms:
- United States: NBC, Golf Channel, and USA Network share live coverage, with streaming available on Peacock. Featured match coverage is also available on the official Ryder Cup website and YouTube channel.
- United Kingdom and Ireland: Sky Sports provides comprehensive live coverage of all three days.
- Australia: Fox Sports and Kayo Sports.
- Global: The Ryder Cup has broadcast partners across more than 170 countries. The official Ryder Cup app offers live audio streaming of SiriusXM’s Ryder Cup Radio, available without a subscription.
Broadcast details for the 2027 edition will be confirmed closer to the event. Coverage typically runs from early morning through to early evening local time across all three competition days.
History and Records
The Ryder Cup was inaugurated in 1927 at Worcester Country Club in Massachusetts, where the United States defeated Great Britain 9.5 to 2.5. The Americans dominated the early decades, posting a 21-3-2 record through the first 26 matches up to 1983.
The introduction of continental European players in 1979 transformed the competition. Europe’s first victory in the expanded format came at The Belfry in 1985, beginning an era of sustained competitiveness. Since 1979, Europe has won 12 of 23 matches, with the United States winning 10 and one match tied.
The 2025 edition at Bethpage Black produced one of the most dramatic finishes in Ryder Cup history. Europe built a commanding 11.5 to 4.5 lead after the first two days, sweeping all four sessions, before the United States mounted a fierce Sunday singles comeback. Shane Lowry’s half-point against Russell Henley clinched the 15-13 victory for Europe, their first on American soil since Medinah in 2012.
The largest margin of victory in the modern era is Europe’s 18.5 to 9.5 triumph at The K Club in 2006, the last time the Ryder Cup was held in Ireland. The United States’ most dominant modern victory came at Whistling Straits in 2021, winning 19-9.
Tickets and Attendance
Ticket registration for the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor is now open through the official Ryder Cup website at rydercup.com. Fans must create a ticketing account to enter the ballot or purchase tickets when they become available. Adare Manor is not involved in ticket sales or distribution; all ticketing is managed directly by the Ryder Cup organisation.
Official travel packages, including ticket-inclusive accommodation, are available through On Location, the Official Ryder Cup Travel Package Provider of the PGA of America. Hospitality packages offer premium viewing, dining, and entertainment throughout the week.
The Ryder Cup regularly attracts over 250,000 spectators across the week, with atmosphere and crowd participation central to the event’s unique appeal. Demand for tickets is consistently among the highest in golf, and early registration is strongly recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the next Ryder Cup?
The 46th Ryder Cup takes place from 17 to 19 September 2027 at Adare Manor in County Limerick, Ireland, with practice and build-up days from 13 September.
Where is the Ryder Cup being held?
Adare Manor in County Limerick, Ireland. It is only the second time the Ryder Cup has been held in Ireland, after The K Club in 2006.
How can I watch the Ryder Cup?
In the US, NBC, Golf Channel, and Peacock carry coverage. In the UK and Ireland, Sky Sports broadcasts all three days live. Broadcast partners in over 170 countries provide global access.
Who won the Ryder Cup last time?
Europe won the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, defeating the United States 15-13. Shane Lowry’s decisive half-point in the Sunday singles sealed Europe’s first away victory since 2012.
How does the Ryder Cup format work?
The three-day competition features foursomes (alternate shot) and four-ball (best ball) on Friday and Saturday, followed by 12 singles matches on Sunday. A total of 28 points are available, with 14.5 needed to win.