The Ryder Cup scoring works by awarding points based on match play over 28 matches in total. Each match is worth one point, and the team that wins the match earns that point. If a match ends in a tie (called "halved"), each team receives half a point. The first team to reach at least 14.5 points out of the 28 available wins the Ryder Cup. If the overall score is tied at 14-14, the team that currently holds the Cup retains it. The matches include three formats: foursomes, fourballs, and singles. Points are awarded only at the conclusion of each match based on the team or player winning more holes overall in that match. Players can concede holes during the match to expedite play, and there are no extra holes played if matches are tied after 18 holes. In summary:
- Total matches: 28
- Points per match: 1 point win, 0.5 point tie
- Winning threshold: 14.5 points needed
- Tie score: Current champion retains the Cup
- Match types: foursomes, fourballs, and singles
This scoring format emphasizes hole-by-hole competition rather than cumulative stroke counts, with teams earning points by winning individual matches in these formats.
