The 16th Presidents Cup is now underway at Medinah Country Club in Illinois, where Team USA welcomes the International squad for a four‑day showdown. Over the course of the event, a total of 30 points are on offer across five distinct sessions, and the first side to accumulate at least 15.5 points will claim the trophy.
The competition kicked off on Thursday with five four‑ball matches, giving both teams an early chance to establish a foothold. Those matches concluded with Team USA edging ahead, holding a narrow 3‑2 lead over the International side. Friday’s agenda features the first set of foursomes, where two‑player teams alternate shots on each hole, a format that tests coordination and strategy. The Friday foursomes line‑up, listed in British Summer Time, is as follows: - 19:05 – Scottie Scheffler and Sam Burns versus Corey Conners and Nick Taylor - 19:19 – Russell Henley and Jacob Bridgeman versus Sungjae Im and Hideki Matsuyama - 19:33 – Collin Morikawa and Wyndham Clark versus Ryan Fox and Min Woo Lee - 19:47 – Justin Thomas and Cameron Young versus Adam Scott and Christiaan Bezuidenhout - 20:01 – Patrick Cantlay and Xander Schauffele versus Tom Kim and Si Woo Kim Saturday will see a reversal of formats, beginning with another five four‑ball matches followed later in the day by four foursomes contests.
The tee times for the Saturday four‑balls are scheduled at 13:02, 13:20, 13:38 and 13:56 BST, while the Saturday foursomes will start at 19:15, 19:29, 19:43 and 19:57 BST. The final day, Sunday, is reserved for the singles matches, with all 24 players taking the course individually.
Those matches will commence at 17:02 and continue in succession until the last point is decided. Team USA, captained by former PGA Tour winner Brandt Snedeker, enters the event as the defending champion.
The Americans are aiming for an 11th straight victory in this biennial contest, a streak that would further cement their dominance. Their roster includes a blend of automatic qualifiers—Scottie Scheffler, Cameron Young, Wyndham Clark, Sam Burns, Russell Henley and Collin Morikawa—and captain’s picks such as Jacob Bridgeman, Patrick Cantlay, Chris Gotterup, Jackson Koivun, Xander Schauffele and Justin Thomas.
Supporting the players are vice‑captains Gary Woodland, Jim Furyk, Keegan Bradley and Webb Simpson, who provide strategic guidance and morale support. On the opposite side, the International Team is led by veteran Australian Geoff Ogilvy.
The International squad has not lifted the Cup since a tie in 2003 and is seeking its second overall victory, the first of which came in 1998. Their lineup features automatic qualifiers from across the globe: Si Woo Kim (Korea), Hideki Matsuyama (Japan), Min Woo Lee (Australia), Tom Kim (Korea) and Adam Scott (Australia).
The captain’s selections add further depth, with Sungjae Im (Korea), Nico Echavarria (Colombia), Corey Conners (Canada), Nick Taylor (Canada), Christiaan Bezuidenhout (South Africa) and Ryo Hisatsune (Japan). Vice‑captains Trevor Immelman, Tim Clark, Taylor Pendrith and Camilo Villegas round out the leadership group. Broadcast coverage is being handled by Sky Sports, which will air live action from every session.
Thursday’s four‑ball matches begin at 5:30 pm UK time, with the first tee‑off at 5:35 pm (11:35 am local time). Friday’s foursomes start at 7 pm UK time, with the opening match tee‑off at 7:05 pm (1:05 pm local time). Saturday’s four‑ball coverage launches at 1 pm on Sky Sports+, while the afternoon foursomes are shown from 7 pm.
The Sunday singles receive full coverage beginning at 5 pm on Sky Sports Golf and will continue well beyond the final point being secured. In addition to the Presidents Cup, Sky Sports is also broadcasting the DP World Tour’s Open de France and the LPGA Tour’s Walmart NW Arkansas Championship, marking the first LPGA event on the network since the Solheim Cup. Golf fans can follow all four days of the Presidents Cup live on Sky Sports Golf, and those without a contract can stream the coverage via the network’s on‑demand platform. For viewers seeking to experience the tournament in person, Sky Sports offers a promotional partnership with over 1,700 courses across the United Kingdom and Ireland, allowing fans to book tee times at a discounted rate.
By entering a city, course name, or postal code, golfers can locate nearby venues and secure a round, enhancing the overall engagement with the sport. As the competition progresses, the stakes remain high.
Team USA needs just 15 points to retain the Cup, while the International side must reach 15.5 to overturn the American advantage. With the current score at 3‑2 after the opening session, each subsequent match carries significant weight. The blend of seasoned veterans and rising stars on both teams promises a thrilling display of skill, strategy, and sportsmanship. Whether you are watching from home or planning a round at a local course, the Presidents Cup delivers world‑class golf and the excitement of a truly international rivalry.