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The PGA of America has announced the Ryder Cup Live initiative, aiming to enhance fan engagement for the Ryder Cup at Rockefeller Center. Scheduled for September 25-28, attendees can enjoy interactive activities, live viewing parties, and appearances from notable NBC talent. The event will also include partnerships for official watch parties across NYC bars and various fan kits for home viewers, ensuring an immersive experience. With a competitive tournament coming up, golf fans can look forward to extensive coverage across platforms.
New York City – The PGA of America has unveiled an exciting new initiative called Ryder Cup Live, designed to create an immersive fan experience for the upcoming 2025 Ryder Cup. Set to take place from September 25 to September 28, 2025, at the iconic Rockefeller Center, this event will extend the thrill of the tournament beyond its primary location at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, New York.
The Ryder Cup Live experience, free and open to the public from 7 am to 7 pm each day, will feature live viewing parties for the Opening Ceremony and all three days of match play. Attendees can participate in various interactive activities, including golf challenges and engaging partner activations, all while enjoying the lively atmosphere. The event will also see special appearances from NBC talent, providing fans with an electrifying experience.
In addition to the Rockefeller Center festivities, the PGA of America is partnering with Jack Morton to organize official Ryder Cup Watch Parties at multiple bar venues throughout New York City. These watch parties will offer premium broadcast views and an energetic ambiance for fans eager to watch the matches unfold.
For those looking to enhance their viewing experience at home, Ryder Cup Live is offering two distinct packages: Ultimate Watch Party Kits priced at $975 for larger gatherings and At-Home Fan Kits available for $295, perfect for more intimate parties. Each kit is designed to immerse fans in the spirit of the Ryder Cup, ensuring they don’t miss any of the action.
The attractions at Rockefeller Center will include a range of innovative experiences. The Toptracer’s First Tee Experience allows participants to feel the pressure of executing an opening shot. The BMW Viewing Lounge will offer premium Ryder Cup coverage complemented by custom BMW vehicles. Ralph Lauren will showcase the Official Ryder Cup Collection in an immersive experience, while the Michelob ULTRA Greenside and The Ryder Cup Live Bar will serve signature cocktails and Ryder Cup-themed bites. Additionally, the SWAG Golf Experience will highlight the creativity and craftsmanship behind the U.S. Team bags.
The 2025 Ryder Cup itself is set to take place from September 26 to September 28 at Bethpage Black, a course renowned for its difficulty that has previously hosted major championships. The Ryder Cup teams will consist of six automatic qualifiers and six captain’s picks from both the United States and Europe. Team USA, to be led by captain Keegan Bradley and his vice-captains Jim Furyk, Kevin Kisner, Webb Simpson, Brandt Snedeker, and Gary Woodland, will face off against Team Europe, which will see Luke Donald as captain along with Alex Noren as the final vice-captain. Notable members of the European team include Rory McIlroy, Tommy Fleetwood, Shane Lowry, and Jon Rahm.
Golf enthusiasts can expect a thrilling atmosphere with large crowds and intricate setups at both the Ryder Cup Live events and the tournament itself. Coverage of the matches will be extensive, available on multiple platforms including NBC, Peacock, USA Network, and GOLF Channel. The Ryder Cup competition will feature various formats such as foursomes, fourballs, and singles matches, ensuring a dynamic spectator experience.
Rory McIlroy, part of the European team, has previously mentioned the challenge of winning on American soil, setting the stage for an intensely competitive tournament in 2025. With all these exciting developments leading up to the Ryder Cup, golf fans around the world are bracing for a memorable event that promises to celebrate the sport in grand style.
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