Ryder Experience
6-10 OCTOBER 2025
Introducing the Ryder Experience, where we welcome past Ryder Cup Players at the World Final who will be captaining 3 teams.
The Ryder Experience is an event like no other, players are split in teams of 3, with personal on course time with the past Ryder Cup players over 4 days & 3 rounds of golf.
Enter for the International Pairs Ryder Experience and be captained by past Ryder Cup Legends Manuel Pinero, Costantino Rocca, or Eddie Polland.
€1.790.00 – €3.580.00
2 Accommodation type options available:
Cabanas & Sun City Hotel
Payments are made in EURO
What's Included:
- Â Accommodation for 4 nights on a bed and breakfast basis at Sun City.
- All transfers throughout.Â
- All meals — breakfast, lunch and evening functions. (excluding 1 off night to explore the town)
- All Golf – 1 practice round and 2 competition rounds
- Golf Buggy / Carts for the round at Lost City. 1 Round walking at Gary Player CC with caddie provided.
- Practice Facilities.
- Players Goodie Bag
- 2 Tournament Team Shirts
- Tips, tricks, and time with the past Ryder Cup players
- Entertainment at dinner functions.
– Welcome Cocktail & Canapes Evening
– Flag Ceremony & Meet the Ryder Cup Legends Evening
– 1 evening at leisure to explore the surrounding areas
– Gala Dinner & Winners Celebration - 24/7 International Pairs on site staff support
Who Can Enter?
- Anyone 16 years of age or older with an official golf handicap is eligible to enter.
Venue Details:
Sun City, South Africa.
Sun City Resort, set in South Africa’s scenic North West Province, combines luxury, adventure, and world-class golfing. Known for the iconic Gary Player Country Club and the family-friendly Lost City Golf Course, it promises an exceptional golfing experience. With diverse accommodation options, thrilling activities, and nearby Pilanesberg National Park, Sun City offers the perfect setting for the International Pairs World Final, blending Africa’s natural beauty with unparalleled hospitality and entertainment.
Typical Itinerary
- Day 1:Â Arrivals (shuttles provided from airport).
Evening 1: Welcome Cocktail & Canape Evening + Teams draw. - Day 2:Â Practice Round.
Evening 2:Â Flag Ceremony & Meet the Legends Evening. - Day 3:Â Tournament Round 1
Evening 3: No Functions – Evening at leisure to explore surrounding areas. - Day 4: Tournament Round 2.
Evening 4:Â Gala Dinner & Winners Celebration. - Day 5:Â Depart to Airport
What is the International Pairs?
The International Pairs is an International Golf Tournament, played globally. Since its inception in 1998, more than 2.5 million amateur golfers from over 50 countries have participated. The tournament is played in teams of 2, where players from 27+ countries compete in the World Final every year. The World Final is now open for direct entries to all amateur golfers across the globe who want to experience the pinnacle of amateur golf.
RYDER EXPERIENCE:
The Ryder Experience introduces a new fun team format in the International Pairs World Final. Players are drawn into 3 teams, each captained by a past Ryder Cup Player. The 2025 Ryder Experience Captains will feature Manuel Pinero, Eddie Polland, and Costantino Rocca. Players are up close and personal with these esteemed legends of the game for the entire week, any golfers dream come true.
As a participant, you can expect a truly world-class event filled with excitement, camaraderie, and fierce competition. Prepare to be captivated by the breathtaking beauty of Sun City, South Africa, as you tee off on iconic courses like the Gary Player Country Club and Lost City Golf Course, both designed to challenge your skills and ignite your passion for the game.
Engage in friendly rivalries with golfers from around the globe, experience the thrill of competing on a grand stage, and immerse yourself in the luxury, adventure, and entertainment that Sun City has to offer. Beyond the fairways, you’ll have the chance to forge lifelong friendships, indulge in world-class hospitality, and create unforgettable memories in one of the most spectacular golf destinations in the world.