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The six weirdest things about the Ryder Cup opening ceremony

Expectations were high that the curtain-raising hoopla in Nooo Yawk would be deeply cringe to UK viewers, and boy did it deliver on that front. But nothing could possibly have prepared us for these deeply weird proceedings: a tiny crowd in a field dutifully clapping never-ending, well-meaning but terribly boring speeches on an occasion stuffed with bombast, spiteful jingoism and nationalist posturing, like a village school prize-giving shot by Leni Riefenstahl. Here are the weirdest moments:

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The six weirdest things about the Ryder Cup opening ceremony

'A cool scene' - but will Bethpage's first tee intimidate Europe?

Keegan Bradley's pairings must avoid slow start at Ryder Cup like one that doomed US in 2023

Collin Morikawa: Bethpage crowds 'tame' so far, hopes Cam Young fist pumps 'in someone's face'

Ryder Cup 2025: Motivation, head games, revenge, crazy NY fans, we have it all | D'Angelo

Bryson DeChambeau rallies Ryder Cup fans with electrifying range session

‘Embarrassing stupidity': Former Ryder Cup star blasts U.S. golf fans

2025 Ryder Cup: 3 dream singles matches for Sunday

How much does beer cost at the 2025 Ryder Cup? Concession prices at Bethpage Black

Don't make this critical mistake when practicing your putting

Down the road from Bethpage Black, Long Island's first new course in years

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