World No.1 Scottie Scheffler faced one of his career’s most challenging moments at the 2023 Ryder Cup in Rome.

Paired with Brooks Koepka, the then world’s No. 1 player who had a peculiar grievance before that year’s Ryder Cup, they suffered a crushing 9 and 7 defeat to Europe’s Viktor Hovland and rookie Ludvig Aberg in the Saturday morning foursomes. This loss marked the largest margin ever in an 18-hole Ryder Cup match. It comes as Scheffler revealed his financial agreement with his caddie.

Following the shocking outcome, an emotional Scheffler was comforted by his wife Meredith, who has been his rock since his teenage years. The defeat underscored Europe’s supremacy as they extended their lead to 9–2 that morning, eventually leading to their victory.

Despite the Americans entering the match boasting more major championship pedigree, it was the European duo who seized the limelight. Hovland and Aberg clinched nine of the first eleven holes and wrapped up the match with six consecutive birdies.

The loss was particularly stinging for Scheffler, who had previously contributed to Team USA’s significant victory at Whistling Straits in 2021. Cameras captured him shedding tears, and he was subsequently sidelined for the afternoon session.

Scheffler ended the Ryder Cup in Rome without a win, finishing 0–2–2. Despite being the world’s top-ranked golfer, he failed to secure points for captain Zach Johnson’s team.

Looking forward, the 2025 Ryder Cup is set to take place from September 26–28 at Bethpage Black in Long Island, New York. The United States team will be under the leadership of captain Keegan Bradley, while Europe will once again be led by Luke Donald, who orchestrated their 2023 triumph in Rome.

The tournament will adhere to the traditional Ryder Cup format: four foursomes and four fourballs on each of the first two days, followed by 12 singles matches on Sunday. The Americans are hoping to leverage their home-course advantage and the fervor of a New York crowd to reclaim the cup, while Europe aims to capitalize on the synergy and success of its 2023 team.

Early team developments suggest another gripping competition. Rory McIlroy has locked in his spot on Team Europe, marking his eighth Ryder Cup appearance.

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Europe’s main group, including Hovland and Jon Rahm, are expected to return, providing them with consistency.

On the U.S. side, Bradley will grapple with the task of integrating veterans like Scheffler and Justin Thomas with younger players and Ryder Cup newcomers such as Ben Griffin, J. J. Spaun, Russell Henley, and Cameron Young.

Betting experts currently favor the Americans slightly, given the home setting, but Europe carries momentum after their resounding victory in Rome.