Luke Donald warns Donald Trump must not bring US Open style chaos to Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black

Luke Donald, the captain of Team Europe, has warned Ryder Cup organizers to be ready for Donald Trump’s arrival at Bethpage Black in New York. LukeDonald spoke on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at Wentworth during the BMW PGA Championship in England.

He drew attention to the men's tennis U.S.

Open final in New York on Sunday, September 7, 2025, where Donald Trump's unexpected entrance delayed the match for almost 50 minutes. Donald stated he hopes the PGA of America will take something from that encounter and keep the Ryder Cup going.

Luke Donald warns Ryder Cup bosses about Donald Trump delays

Luke Donald reminded reporters that Trump is expected to be on the first tee when the Ryder Cup begins on Friday, September 26, 2025, at Bethpage Black. He said, “We were told that he’s coming. We don’t know the details yet, and I think the tours are talking with the PGA of America to get more information.”The concern comes after Donald Trump caused disruption at the U.S. Open men’s final in New York on September 7. Security around Arthur Ashe Stadium forced hundreds of fans to wait in long lines.

The final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, which was supposed to start at 2 p.m. local time, began at 2:49 p.m. Many fans missed the opening games because of the extra checks.Luke Donald said the Ryder Cup crowd will be even bigger, with more than 50,000 people expected daily, so it is very important that organizers avoid a similar problem.

“It’s a big process to get a president to come to an event,” Donald explained. “The PGA of America’s job is to make sure it’s seamless.”

Organizers asked to plan ahead for smooth opening at Bethpage Black ahead of Donald Trump visit

Reports this week said Ryder Cup organizers have asked Trump to arrive later in the day, maybe around lunchtime or in the afternoon, instead of being at the opening tee. This would give security staff more time and stop fans from facing early-morning delays.Also Read: Dave Portnoy And Ryan Garcia React With Shock As Charlie Kirk Passes Away At 31 In Utah ShootingLuke Donald said both teams will be ready for the noise and excitement around Trump’s visit, but fans deserve a smooth experience. “There were some delays at the tennis, and I think we’re all aware of that, but hopefully they have learned from it,” Donald said at Wentworth on September 10.The U.S. Open showed what can happen when security checks are rushed. Fans were told to empty their pockets and pass through airport-style scanners. That created massive lines and empty seats as the national anthem played. Donald Trump entered Arthur Ashe Stadium around 40 minutes before the revised start, receiving both cheers and boos.For the Ryder Cup, the PGA of America has been told clearly: plan ahead, manage security, and keep the golf schedule on time, no matter when Trump arrives.