CHASKA, Minn. (August 17, 2016) – The PGA of America has released a comprehensive spectator guide for the 41st Ryder Cup that will be held September 27 through October 2 at Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska, Minnesota.
This all-inclusive information guide details on-site experiences, the full schedule of events, daily play formats, key site information, transportation information, and a special message from the 2016 Ryder Cup captains. Detailed information is available at www.rydercup.com in the “Know Before You Go” section.
Some key information from the spectator guide includes:
Gate Hours
Tuesday, September 27 7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, September 28 7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 29 7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Friday, September 30 6:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 1 6:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 2 7:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
*Complete public shuttle schedules for travel to and from Hazeltine National Golf Club is also available in the spectator guide.
Practice Days
Tuesday, September 27
Ryder Cup Practice Round Beginning at 8:00 a.m.
Players may practice at any hole during these times and may or not play all holes.
Celebrity Matches 2:00 – 5:45 p.m.
9-hole scramble featuring celebrities from the United States and Europe.
Wednesday, September 28
Ryder Cup Practice Round Beginning at 8:00 a.m.
Players may practice at any hole during these times and may or not play all holes.
Junior Ryder Cup Friendship Matches 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
A mixed four-ball match featuring members of the United States and European Junior Ryder Cup teams
Thursday, September 29
Ryder Cup Practice Round Beginning at 8:00 a.m.
Players may practice at any hole during these times and may or not play all holes.
Past Captains Matches
9-hole scramble featuring former Captains from United States and European teams 12:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Pre-Opening Ceremony 3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Opening Ceremony 4:00 p.m. – 4:50 p.m.
This ceremony marks the official start of the 41st Ryder Cup and will feature live music, anthems and Team introductions. All spectators with a Thursday ticket are invited to attend this event located at the south end of the Practice Range.
*Competition will be played on holes 1,2,3,4,14,15,16,17, and 18 and may be subject to change
Competition Days
Friday, September 30
Morning Matches (Foursomes)
7:35, 7:50, 8:05, 8:20
Afternoon Matches (Four-Ball)
12:30, 12:45, 1:00, 1:15
Play concludes at approximately 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 1
Morning Matches (Foursomes)
7:35, 7:50, 8:05, 8:20
Afternoon Matches (Four-Ball)
12:30, 12:45, 1:00, 1:15
Play concludes at approximately 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 2
Singles Matches
Begin at 11:04 a.m. – 1:05 p.m.
Play concludes at approximately 4:55 p.m.
Trophy Presentation
Approximately 5:15 p.m.
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