FARMINGDALE:

Both Ryder Cup captains expect a feisty start to the 45th on Friday when Bryson DeChambeau and Justin Thomas of the United States meet Europe's Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton in the opening foursomes match.

The clash will spark what's expected to be an electric atmosphere with President Donald Trump set to attend day one of the showdown at Bethpage Black, where more than 50,000 spectators are anticipated.

"I'm stoked to be playing with Bryson," Thomas said after the pairings were announced on Thursday. "Trying to set the tone in that first match is always important."

Friday's first foursomes (alternate shot) match will begin at 7:10 am (1110 GMT) with two-time major winners Thomas and DeChambeau against two-time major winner of Spain and England's Hatton, who were both unbeat

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