A match ends when a side's lead exceeds the number of holes left to play. Unlike stroke play, a stroke may be conceded to an opponent. All matches are 18 holes or less.
All matches are worth one point and in the event of a halved match each side gets one-half point.
The first two days of the competition, September 26 and 27, will consist of four four-ball matches and four foursomes matches. The final day, September 28, will consist of 12 singles matches. This format encourages players to hit bold, gambling shots when their partner is in a safe position. Whichever team is farthest from the hole can decide which team member may hit first. Known also as alternate shot.