Brooks Koepka

A Major Force Contained: Analyzing Brooks Koepka's Rollercoaster Week at Bethpage

FARMINGDALE, N.Y. – Brooks Koepka arrived at Bethpage Black as Team USA's resident major champion killer, a player expected to thrive in the hostile, high-stakes environment. His week, however, was a rollercoaster of shocking lows and defiant highs, perfectly encapsulating a frustrating Ryder Cup for the American side, ending with a 2-2-0 record. The most jarring moment came in the Saturday Foursomes, where Koepka and World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler suffered a historic 9 & 7 defeat. It was a stunning result for two of America's best players and a low point for the team. However, true to his reputation, Koepka showed his resilience. He bounced back to win his afternoon Fourball match and then delivered a commanding performance in the Sunday Singles. In his match against Tyrrell Hatton, Koepka was a different player—focused, intense, and clinical. He secured a decisive 3 & 2 victory, proving that even in a losing team effort, his big-game mentality remains. The week was a mixed bag for the 5-time major champion. While he couldn't single-handedly turn the tide, his strong singles performance was a reminder to all Ryder Cup players that Brooks Koepka is always a threat when the pressure is at its highest.