The American talisman’s barnstorming start proved deceptive on the opening morning as Europe tamed the course to finish the day with a three-point lead

Will a first-tee stand that looks more "London Stadium than Upton Park" provide an intimidatory advantage for America's players at Bethpage Black?

Bryson DeChambeau and Justin Thomas asked to be Team USA’s ‘fiery group’ to start Ryder Cup against Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton in morning foursomes

The American talisman’s barnstorming start proved deceptive on the opening morning as Europe tamed the course to finish the day with a three-point lead

Europe lead 5½-2½ after the first day of the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, with the visitors winning both the foursomes and fourballs sessions

Europe won three out of four fourballs matches to put themselves in a commanding position at Bethpage Black