2025 Walker Cup: Historic Battle Unfolds at Prestigious Cypress Point Club
A Prestigious Amateur Golf Showdown
The Walker Cup, a biennial match between the United States and Great Britain and Ireland, stands as one of amateur golf’s most prestigious events. This year’s competition is being hosted at the ultra-exclusive Cypress Point Club in Pebble Beach, California, on September 6 and 7.
Current Tournament Status
The competition kicked off at the famed Cypress Point Club, ranked No. 1 on Golfweek’s Best list of Classic Courses in the U.S., with Saturday morning foursomes going to GB&I, who took an early 3-1 lead. However, the U.S. team dominated Saturday Singles with a 5-2-1 victory, taking a one-point lead into Sunday. The USA needs 6½ points to retain the Walker Cup.
Tournament Format and Coverage
The competition format features foursomes (alternate-shot) matches in the morning followed by singles matches in the afternoon each day. Saturday features eight singles matches, while Sunday sees all 10 players from each side competing in singles. Each victory earns one full point, while halved matches earn half a point.
Historical Context
Team USA has shown impressive form in recent years, coming from behind two years ago at St. Andrews to win 14½ to 11½, marking their fourth consecutive victory. The United States holds a commanding lead in the all-time series, 39-9-1. This year’s event is particularly notable as Dean Robertson, named captain of the Great Britain & Ireland team in February 2024, became the first professional captain of the team since the match’s inception in 1922.
Looking Ahead
Taking place at what many consider the most beautiful golf course in the world, Cypress Point Club on California’s Monterey Peninsula, this 50th Walker Cup has become a must-watch event for die-hard golf fans. The match between the United States and Great Britain & Ireland will be broadcast live in prime time on the East Coast both Saturday and Sunday, with Golf Channel and Peacock providing 12 hours of live coverage.
