The Ryder Cup competition lasts for three days. The event is played from Friday through Sunday, with a total of 28 matches over those three days. The first two days have team matches (morning foursomes and afternoon four-ball matches), and the final day is reserved for singles matches where every player competes head-to-head. This three-day format is consistent, including in the 2025 Ryder Cup held from September 26 to 28.