LUKE Donald has been named as the European Captain for the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor.
The biennial contest will celebrate its 100th anniversary next year and Donald, 48, will have the chance to mark the occasion with his own piece of history as he attempts to become the first captain to lead a Ryder Cup team to three consecutive victories.
Donald said: “History is obviously important to me. As a team, as Ryder Cup Europe, we all play for history. We talk about it a lot, about the guys who paved the way for us and the responsibility we have to inspire next generations. But I don’t think I have ever thought about history through a personal lens. I just try to enjoy the journey and the day-to-day work to create an environment that gives the players the opportunity for success. That is what I focus on.”
“Adare Manor is such a special place, such a beautiful place. JP McManus and his team have done an amazing job creating a world class venue and hotel. Hosting a Ryder Cup will be very special to them and they are going to make sure it is going to be one of the greatest Ryder Cups in the history of our beautiful trophy.”
Guy Kinnings, chief executive of the European Tour Group, said: “Luke is meticulous in everything he does when it comes to planning and preparation, but he would be the first to acknowledge that as good as job as he has done, this is a new challenge for him and the team. He will be as motivated and as committed as ever to help them achieve more success.”