No Laying Up - Golf Podcast 1075: TM Europe on top after Day 1 of the Ryder Cup
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Sep 27, 2025 Join Max Homa, PGA Tour pro and former Ryder Cup player, as he shares unique insights on the early lead of TM Europe at the Ryder Cup. He critiques the course setup at Bethpage Black and delves into the pivotal moments that turned the tide for Team USA. Homa discusses team morale, Scotty Scheffler’s preparation, and explores the impact of celebrity attendees and fan energy. The conversation also touches on potential strategy shifts for upcoming matches and highlights standout European performances that shaped Day 1.
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Europe's Pairing Process Outperformed USA
- Team Europe executed superior pairing strategy and chemistry to maximize points on Day 1.
- That systemic preparation repeatedly converted small edges into session wins for Europe.
Leadership And Alignment Matter
- European leadership and alignment (Luke Donald and co.) clearly drive repeatable outcomes.
- That organizational coherence explains why Europe squeezes more from identical player pools.
Soft Greens Turned It Into A Putting Contest
- Soft, rain-soaked greens turned Bethpage into a putting contest that neutralized some U.S. tee-to-green advantages.
- That amplified the importance of speed control and short putting, favoring players who adjusted quickly.