Ryder Cup seeks smooth Trump attendance as Secret Service reviews security measures at Bethpage Black

Ryder Cup organizers confirmed they have held talks with the U.S. Secret Service ahead of President Donald Trump's planned attendance at next week's event at Bethpage Black in New York. Ryder Cup director Bryan Karns said the collaboration is meant to ensure the president can attend and enjoy the competition without disrupting the on-course flow, particularly at the first tee and in seated areas that are expected to be full. "It's really just a collaboration with the Secret Service to figure out the safest way to get the president on site, and to allow him to be able to participate and enjoy and be a part of what we're doing, but at the same time, not disrupt the general flow," Karns told Front Office Sports. "Not have something take place where the hallmark at the Ryder Cup - the first tee or some of these grandstands that we expect and would plan to be full - that we don't impede that."

Bethpage Black will host the biennial event on Long Island, roughly an hour from Manhattan, and it will be the first Ryder Cup staged at the course. The tournament is scheduled to begin at 7:10 a.m. local time next Friday, and organizers have said delaying the start is not an option because they want fans to see play from start to finish. Trump’s attendance at the U.S. Open men’s final earlier this month drew crowds and prompted enhanced security, including airport-style checks and long lines inside Arthur Ashe Stadium.

Trump’s team has indicated a desire to limit disruption. Karns noted that while security considerations are paramount, organizers want to keep the competition intact. In practice, this means balancing security needs with bringing top players on site. On the course, Team USA will be led by players such as Scottie Scheffler, Colin Morikawa and Bryson DeChambeau, while Europe will be captained by Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm and Viktor Hovland.

Trump has repeatedly attended major sporting events during his presidency, including the U.S. Open, the Super Bowl, UFC events and others. The latest plan comes amid heightened security at high-profile events, with circuits prioritizing safe access for VIPs without derailing competition.

Bethpage hosts the Ryder Cup for the first time, placing a spotlight on security logistics in a setting that will also test fan access and traffic management on Long Island. The event’s outcome remains to be seen, but organizers say the focus is on a smooth, uninterrupted competition that fans can follow from start to finish.