It’s been three years since six-time major winner Nick Faldo announced his retirement from broadcasting. But he’s primed to make his return with a new role in golf commentary.
On Thursday, Josh Carpenter of Sports Business Journal reported that Faldo will be joining NBC for their upcoming coverage of the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black. Per the report, he will join Terry Gannon and Notah Begay for morning coverage of the event.
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The afternoon coverage will be handled by Dan Hicks, Brad Faxon and Paul McGinley.
Nick Faldo’s career
Faldo is an English golfing legend, widely considered one of the greatest players of his generation. He turned pro in 1976 and went on to record 41 or so professional wins, with 30 of those on the European Tour. He won six major championships: three Open Championships (1987, 1990, 1992) and three Masters titles (1989, 1990, 1996). He also spent 97 weeks ranked No. 1 in the world during his peak.
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After retiring from pro golf, Faldo transitioned into broadcasting and golf commentary. He joined CBS Sports as the lead golf analyst in 2006 and continued there for 16 seasons before retiring. He’s also contributed commentary for the BBC’s coverage of The Open Championship, Golf Channel, and various international broadcasts. Even after stepping back from his regular analyst duties, he has made special appearances, such as for The Open.
AUGUSTA, GEORGIA – NOVEMBER 10: Sir Nick Faldo of England looks on during a practice round prior to the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club on November 10, 2020 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
The 2025 Ryder Cup
The Ryder Cup begins on September 26 at Bethpage Black Course in New York and will pit Team USA versus Team Europe on a par-70 course.
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Team USA includes Scottie Scheffler, J.J. Spaun, Xander Schauffele, Russel Henley, Harris English, Bryson DeChambeau, Justin Thomas, Collin Morikawa, Ben Griffin, Cameron Young, Patrick Cantlay and Sam Burns.
Team Europe will include Rory McIlroy, Robert MacIntyre, Tommy Fleetwood, Justin Rose, Rasmus Hojgaard, Tyrrell Hatton, Shane Lowry, Sepp Straka, Ludvig Aberg, Viktor Hovland, Matt Fitzpatrick and John Rahm.
The 2023 Ryder Cup was won by Team Europe, who defeated the U.S. 16.5-11.5 in Italy.
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This story was originally reported by The Spun on Sep 18, 2025, where it first appeared in the Golf section. Add The Spun as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
