If golf's your game, this tournament will be your jam. But if you need a nudge, here are five additional reasons to help reel you in: 

US hasn’t clinched a Ryder Cup victory on European turf in 27 long years. We haven’t faced losses on European soil this bad since…. Well nevermind that, but having this deep a losing streak to Europe of all places is enough to get any red-blooded American patriot’s blood boiling. But again, the odds are stacked against the US (ironically, however Europe is the betting underdog). The course is primed to exploit American weaknesses, and the crowds, though tamer than their American counterparts, will be rallying hard against the US. It won’t be easy for either side to walk away with a win; and though the US will be fighting tooth and nail to reverse their fortune on European soil, don’t assume Team Europe is just going to roll over and accept defeat. 

College is often the last stop for golfers to play as a team, once a golfer goes pro, it’s pretty much them against the world out there. Save for one magical tournament every two years where the world’s best get to team up once more and duke it out for their nations. In this year’s Ryder Cup, all ten of the world’s top-ranked golfers will be playing, with six on Team US and four on Team Europe.  

Foursomes, Four Balls, and Singles — it’s not your usual stroke play. This match play mixed-format spices up the game, demanding a unique game-plan from each team. Two years’ worth of strategizing, data analytics, course redesigns and more has gone into this event, meaning the level of strategy and mind games played here run deeper than any other event. And, with every hole being played as a match, players are rewarded greatly for being as aggressive as possible. The Ryder Cup is known for offering exceptional risk-reward opportunities, so expect to see a handful of truly remarkable hero shots that alter the course of the tournament. 

This is more than just a golf event; it's international golf’s crown jewel. Not just another Major, this is the epitome of golfing pride. Players aren't just chasing legacies or another boringly large paycheck; they're chasing that sweet, sweet national pride. It’s one part Master’s, one Part US Open, one part Player’s Championship, and one Part WM Phoenix Open. It’s beautiful, and there’s nothing like it.

If this is your Ryder Cup debut, brace yourself. This is golf's adrenaline shot, the most exhilarating tournament that this side of April has to offer. Grab your buddies, some beers, maybe wings or chips, and just soak it all in. 

The Ryder Cup has witnessed countless legendary moments and memories over the years, and each new tournament promises more to come. It’s golf’s greatest spectacle, and you probably don’t wanna miss it.