Ryder Cup 2018: Betting Odds, Teams, Dates, TV Schedule and Format
The 2018 Ryder Cup tees off on Friday, with the Albatros course at Le Golf National in the suburbs of Paris hosting the fabled event.
The United States defend their title against Europe, and the competition will feature one of the greatest selections of golfers in its history.
Tiger Woods returns for the holders after a blistering run of form, and he will take his place in the team after earning a captain's pick from U.S. skipper Jim Furyk.
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The challengers have put together a stellar lineup, including Rory McIlroy, Justin Rose and Francesco Molinari.
Here is how you can watch the tournament, as well as the latest odds from OddsShark.
Date: Friday, Sept. 28 - Sunday, Sept. 30
Start Time: 8:10 a.m. BST/3:10 a.m. ET
Odds: Europe win: 29-20, United States win: 37-50, Draw: 11-1
Live Stream: Sky Go (UK), Golf Channel (U.S.)
TV Info: Sky Sports Ryder Cup (UK), Golf Channel (U.S.)
Preview and Format
All eyes will be on Woods in France when the Ryder Cup returns. The American is coming off a win at the Tour Championship, his first PGA Tour victory since August 2013, and will be a vital member of Team USA.
Friday and Saturday will see two sessions, with the four-ball and foursomes matches taking centre stage.
Sunday is reserved for the excitement of the singles competition, and the champions will be crowned at the end of the day.
Both teams provided their lineups on Twitter:
The field is one of the most competitive the Ryder Cup has ever seen, with both squads containing match-winners throughout.
Europe will need 14.5 points out of 28 to wrest the trophy away from the U.S. over the three days, but the hosts have the strength and depth to beat the bookies' favourites.
Ryder Cup legend Ian Poulter returns for Europe after a renaissance in his career, and the popular Englishman has said the re-emergence of Woods has added fuel to his personal fire, per BBC Sport:
"There were definitely question marks when I was struggling a bit and I looked to see where he [Woods] has been—it is quite inspirational to see how good he's come back.
"For the Ryder Cup it is great and it is good to have Tiger Woods playing the type of golf he is playing because he makes the Ryder Cup even more special."
Poulter has been one of Europe's most consistent players during his years involved with the competition, and he remains an inspirational partner for any team-mate.
However, Woods is expected to eclipse everyone at the Ryder Cup, and his presence could be the deciding factor.
The 42-year-old has a spring in his step and a smile on his face, and the birdies have begun to flow once again. He's proving why he's considered one of the greatest players in history.
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