Overview
- Team Europe won 15-13 at Bethpage Black after taking an 11.5–4.5 lead into Sunday, though the U.S. claimed 8.5 of 12 singles points in a late surge.
- Bradley said his course setup, exacerbated by rain, made Bethpage more manageable and acknowledged criticism of his pairings.
- He opted not to serve as a playing captain, later admitting he briefly wished he had before realizing he was too exhausted to handle both roles.
- He described the period since the defeat as "one of the toughest times" of his life, saying he may never get over it and referencing a lingering "Ryder Cup fog."
- Bookmakers reacted to the fallout, with Tiger Woods and Jim Furyk reported as early favorites for the 2027 U.S. captaincy as Bradley’s odds lengthened.