The United States, left, and European teams rise as recording artist Jordin Sparks sings the national anthem.
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Team Europes Jose Maria Olazabal waves to the crowd .
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United States team member Phil Mickelson gives a thumbs up.
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Donald Trump was in attendance for the opening ceremonies of the Ryder Cup at Medinah.
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The European gallery cheers.
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Recording artist Justin Timberlake bows before Olympian swimmer Michael Phelps.
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Fan favorite and golf legend Lee Trevino received a warm welcome at the opening ceremonies.
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Davis Love III, captain of Team USA, speaks.
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Golf fans leave the grounds at the conclusion of opening ceremonies.
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Team Europes Jose Maria Olazabal speaks.
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Davis Love III, captain of Team USA, speaks.
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Fans react as the golfers are introduced.
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Davis Love III, captain of Team USA, signs autographs.
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Bubba Watson of team USA walks the red carpet with Tiger Woods.
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The European gallery cheers.
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Davis Love III, captain of Team USA, speaks to the large crowd as Team Europes captain Jose Maria Olazabal looks on with other members of the European team.
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Colin Day, Barry Baker, Ashlen Roughley and Chris Parrish from Liverpool, England dress the part for the opening ceremonies.
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Team Europes fans cheer and wave flags.
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United States team member Phil Mickelson shakes hands with teammate Tiger Woods.
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