Europe leads Team USA in Ryder Cup

MANILA, Philippines — Jon Rahm and Tommy Fleetwood struck twice as Europe stormed into a three-point lead on the opening day of the Ryder Cup on Friday, overwhelming the United States despite President Donald Trump’s high-profile visit.

Europe dominated the morning with three commanding foursomes victories for a 3–1 cushion, then added 2.5 more points in the afternoon four-balls to tighten their grip on Bethpage Black, finishing the day with a 5.5-2.5 advantage.

“Incredible day,” Europe captain Luke Donald said.

Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler and US star Bryson DeChambeau lost twice in a key blow to the American cause.

US captain Keegan Bradley, who said he expected a turnaround when Trump arrived to watch in the afternoon, was searching for answers.