When the Ryder Cup lands at Bethpage Black in September 2025, the stage won’t just be set for one of golf’s fiercest competitions—it’ll also be a showcase of style. Ralph Lauren is back for the seventh time as the Official Outfitter of the U.S. Ryder Cup Team, and this year’s collection is built to balance heritage, performance, and that undeniable Polo polish.
Bethpage Black is hallowed ground in golf, and Long Island fans are known for their unmatched energy. Pair that with Ralph Lauren, a brand that has been defining American sport style since it launched Polo Golf in 1989, and you’ve got the perfect blend of grit and sophistication. From arrival looks to on-course uniforms to tailored pieces for the Opening Ceremony and Welcome Dinner, Ralph Lauren will be suiting up the players, caddies, spouses, and partners—ensuring Team USA looks sharp from the first tee shot to the closing ceremony.
This isn’t just about looking the part, though. Ralph Lauren has engineered every piece with the intensity of match play in mind. Think technical stretch fabrics, advanced moisture-wicking, and breathable construction designed to keep players locked in under pressure. The layering system is dialed for unpredictable fall weather in New York: cashmere hoodies, wind-resistant jackets, half-zips, and technical vests—all done in a modern red, white, and blue palette. Every piece of the U.S. team’s uniforms hits the sweet spot between heritage and innovation.
Practice Days
Practice Day 1
GolfThreads’ Take: I’ve heard the chatter. Fans have been begging for something fresh—something less predictable—in both the U.S. team roster and the uniforms. Well, Monday delivers. The bold polo is a statement piece, with brushstroke-like diagonal graphics that feel more like art than apparel. It’s daring, energetic, and sets a bold tone the week.
Practice Day 2
GolfThreads Take: After that loud opener, Tuesday dials things back with a quieter flex. From a distance, this polo reads as a solid, but up close, the micro geometric foulard print adds subtle depth. It’s the kind of pattern you’d expect on an ’80s or ’90s Wall Street tie. Understated, but smart.
Practice Day 3
GolfThreads Take: Book it—this is my favorite look of the week. The Johnny collar just oozes timeless cool. Sporty, a little retro, and visually interesting at the neckline, it was a staple of mid-century leisurewear before fading out in the ’70s. Ralph Lauren helped bring it back in the ’90s, and with golf’s current obsession with that decade, the timing couldn’t be better. Fresh, laid-back, and sophisticated—this is a Ryder Cup fit done right.
Practice Day 4
GolfThreads Take: This one is for the traditionalists. Final prep will be done in this classic country club look. While Monday’s look is bold and Wednesday’s look is trendy, this kit says, “Enough talk. Let’s go!”
Match Days
Match Day 1
GolfThreads Take: U-S-A! U-S-A! U-S-A! You can almost hear the chants now as the sun rises and the teams step to the first tee on Friday. The Americans will do so in this classic Ralph Lauren engineered stripe polo. Zippered plackets have been out of the golf fashion rotation for several years, but we are starting to see them make a comeback.
Match Day 2
GolfThreads Take: Saturday steals the show. The reversed-out version of Wednesday’s Johnny collar takes center stage, and it’s easily the best match-day fit. By Day 2, the Ryder Cup always has its controversy, and the Johnny collar has its own history of debate. Was it named after Johnny Mathis in the ’60s, or coined by designers earlier? Either way, Mathis stamped its cool factor, and Ralph Lauren keeps it going. Remember the U.S. team’s cashmere hoodies were the talk of the town at Whistling Straits? This polo could have a similar moment at Bethpage.
Match Day 3
GolfThreads’ Take: By Sunday night, this kit will be soaked in champagne or tears. Either way, it’s a look with serious retro vibes, echoing the late ’80s polos I grew up wearing. Nostalgia, pressure, and history all collide in this final fit.
Get In On the Action
Whether you are heading to Bethpage or just watching from your couch, you can still get in on the action. The Ralph Lauren Ryder Cup Collection is available at RalphLauren.com, RyderCup.com, Bloomingdale’s, select golf clubs, resorts, and, of course, the Bethpage Black Golf Shop.
