The 16th Presidents Cup is now in its final phase at Medinah Country Club in Illinois, where Team USA, the defending champions, are squaring off against the International Team in a series of high‑stakes singles matches. Over the past four days, the competition has featured five distinct sessions, with a total of 30 points on offer.
The early sessions saw the United States secure three of the five four‑ball matches on Thursday, only for the International side to respond emphatically by sweeping all five foursomes on Friday. Saturday’s action was tightly contested: the Americans edged the morning four‑ball session 2.5‑1.5, while the International squad split the afternoon foursomes, leaving the scoreboard at 10.5‑7.5 in favor of the visitors heading into the decisive singles day. Sunday’s singles are the ultimate showdown. All 24 competitors will tee off, and the first team to reach 15.5 points over the week will claim the Presidents Cup.
Team USA, aiming for an 11th straight triumph, needs just 7.5 points from the singles to retain the trophy, while 8 points would secure an outright victory. The International Team, hungry for only their second title and first since 1998, must capture at least five points on the final day to clinch a historic away win.
The singles line‑up, listed in British Summer Time, pits the world’s top talent against each other in a series of head‑to‑head battles: - 17:02 – Cameron Young (USA) vs. Ryo Hisatsune (Japan) - 17:14 – Wyndham Clark (USA) vs. Tom Kim (South Korea) - 17:26 – Justin Thomas (USA) vs. Corey Conners (Canada) - 17:38 – Scottie Scheffler (USA) vs.
Nico Echavarria (Colombia) - 17:50 – Sam Burns (USA) vs. Sungjae Im (South Korea) - 18:02 – Chris Gotterup (USA) vs. Christiaan Bezuidenhout (South Africa) - 18:19 – Collin Morikawa (USA) vs.
Hideki Matsuyama (Japan) - 18:31 – Patrick Cantlay (USA) vs. Adam Scott (Australia) - 18:43 – Jackson Koivun (USA) vs. Si Woo Kim (South Korea) - 18:55 – Jacob Bridgeman (USA) vs.
Min Woo Lee (Australia) - 19:07 – Russell Henley (USA) vs. Nick Taylor (Canada) - 19:19 – Xander Schauffele (USA) vs. Ryan Fox (New Zealand) Cameron Young, who opened the singles for the United States, earned his first point for the hosts at the Ryder Cup last September by beating Japanese rookie Ryo Hisatsune at Bethpage Black.
This time, Young is tasked with replicating that success, offering a crucial early boost for Team USA. Meanwhile, International captain Geoff Ogilvy has deliberately held back some of his strongest players for later in the day, hoping to maximize point‑earning opportunities when the pressure mounts. Team USA’s leadership structure features Brandt Snedeker as captain, supported by vice‑captains Gary Woodland, Jim Furyk, Keegan Bradley and Webb Simpson.
The squad combines automatic qualifiers—Scottie Scheffler, Cameron Young, Wyndham Clark, Sam Burns, Russell Henley and Collin Morikawa—with captain’s picks such as Jacob Bridgeman, Patrick Cantlay, Chris Gotterup, Jackson Koivun, Xander Schauffele and Justin Thomas. On the International side, Geoff Ogilvy’s vice‑captains include Trevor Immelman, Tim Clark, Taylor Pendrith and Camilo Villegas.
Their roster blends automatic qualifiers Si Woo Kim, Hideki Matsuyama, Min Woo Lee, Tom Kim and Adam Scott with captain’s selections Sungjae Im, Nico Echavarria, Corey Conners, Nick Taylor, Christiaan Bezuidenhout and Ryo Hisatsune. Broadcast coverage will be provided by Sky Sports, with the four‑ball matches from Saturday beginning at 1 p.m. on Sky Sports+ and 4:30 p.m. on Sky Sports Golf.
The afternoon foursomes will follow at 7 p.m., and the singles action on Sunday will kick off at 5 p.m., continuing well beyond the moment the winning team is crowned. This week, Sky Sports also features the DP World Tour’s Open de France and the LPGA’s Walmart NW Arkansas Championship, offering golf fans a packed schedule of elite competition. Beyond the on‑course drama, the Presidents Cup remains a showcase of international camaraderie and rivalry. Since its inception, the United States has dominated, winning 13 of the previous 15 editions.
The International Team has yet to triumph on foreign soil, and each year they strive to break that pattern. The 2024 edition therefore carries extra significance for both sides: the Americans hope to cement a decade‑long reign, while the International players aim to rewrite history and secure a landmark victory. Fans are encouraged to watch the live coverage for real‑time updates, player interviews, and expert analysis. For those seeking a more immersive experience, Sky Sports offers streaming options without a long‑term contract, allowing viewers to follow every swing, putt and strategic decision as the final points are contested.
Whether you are a seasoned follower of the Presidents Cup or a newcomer to the sport, Sunday’s singles promise excitement, tension, and the possibility of an unforgettable upset that could reshape the narrative of this prestigious biennial event.