Dispiriting, but far from hopeless: Dominant USA lead 6-2 after day one of Ryder Cup

McIlroy lost both his matches on day 1 as Team USA have a strong early lead at Whistling Straits.

Team USA's Dustin Johnson reacts after winning the 11th hole during a four-ball match the Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits. Picture: AP Photo/Ashley Landis

It’s bleak, but it’s not over.

Europe won only one of eight matches Friday and scratched out two halves in the afternoon fourballs to trail a heavily favored American team 6-2 after the first day of the 43rd Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits.