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Shane Lowry speaks at a press conference at Wentworth on Wednesday ahead of the BMW PGA Championship. (Photo by Adam Davy/PA Wire)

Shane Lowry's Ryder Cup 2027 target for Adare Manor after Irish Open boost

Rory McIlroy reacts on the 18th green on day one of the Irish Open at Trump International Golf Links in Co Clare. (Photo by Brian Lawless/PA Wire)

Rory McIlroy says good Friday at Irish Open 'will get me right back in it'

Northern Ireland's Tom McKibbin (left) was part of Jon Rahm's Legion XIII team in LIV Golf. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Northern Irish star listed as being owed almost $1million by LIV Golf

Spain's Jon Rahm speaks to the media on Tuesday during a press conference prior to the Irish Open at Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

'Time will tell' over LIV Golf future says Jon Rahm ahead of Irish Open

Team Europe captain Luke Donald with the Ryder Cup trophy. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

OBE in King's Birthday Honours for Europe Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald

Luke Donald (centre), who will captain Europe at the 2027 Ryder Cup, Ryder Cup Europe has announced. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

Luke Donald named as European Ryder Cup captain for Adare Manor

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy. (Photo by Josh Chadwick/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy beaten by Scottie Scheffler in inaugural Golf Channel Games

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy sporting his green jacket as Masters champion. (Photo by Brian Lawless/PA Wire)

Rory McIlroy's 'something different' goal from Golf Channel Games

Ireland's Shane Lowry plays his second shot on the 3rd hole on day one of the DP World India Championship 2025 at Delhi Golf Club. (Photo by Prakash Singh/Getty Images)

Shane Lowry says Delhi traffic noise not as 'off-putting' as Bethpage crowd

Rory Mcilroy addresses a press conference prior to the DP World India Championship 2025 at Delhi Golf Club. (Photo by Prakash Singh/Getty Images)

'Certainly not 2027': Rory McIlroy provides Ryder Cup captaincy timeline

Team Europe's Rory McIlroy with the Ryder Cup trophy following Sunday's 15-13 win over the USA at Bethpage Black in New York. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

Graeme McDowell hails Rory McIlroy's Ryder Cup factor

Rory McIlroy (L) of Team Europe douses Captain Luke Donald in champagne after Sunday's Ryder Cup victory at Bethpage Black in New York. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

Luke Donald won't 'rule out' possibility of captaining Europe at 2027 Ryder Cup

Rory McIlroy of Team Europe celebrates and is doused with Moët & Chandon champagne after Team Europe's 15-13 win over Team United States. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy enjoys 'dream week' after winning sixth Ryder Cup crown

Captain Luke Donald of Team Europe poses with the Ryder Cup trophy and Brenan Taylor after Team Europe defeated Team United States. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

The main contenders to take on Europe's 2027 Ryder Cup captaincy

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy holds the Ryder Cup trophy during Team Europe celebrations in Farmingdale, New York. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

Europe get over Ryder Cup line in face of United States fightback

Rory McIlroy and Ryder Cup team-mates acknowledge Team Europe fans at the 18th green after Saturday's afternoon fourballs. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

Crowd announcer steps down over expletive-filled Rory McIlroy chant at Ryder Cup
A crowd announcer at the Ryder Cup has stood down after leading an expletive-filled chant about Rory McIlroy.
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Team Europe captain Luke Donald gives the thumbs up during morning foursomes on day two of the Ryder Cup at Bethpage in New York. (Photo by David Davies/PA Wire)

Luke Donald's 'history' ambition to close record-breaking Ryder Cup run

Team Europe's Rory McIlroy reacts after making an eagle putt on the seventh hole during the Friday afternoon fourball Ryder Cup play at Bethpage. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

'Vocal' Rory McIlroy celebrated after 'rowdy and lively' Ryder Cup start

Team Europe's Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood during the Ryder Cup at the Bethpage Black course, Farmingdale, New York. (Photo by Mike Egerton/PA Wire)

Saturday time guide for Ryder Cup players including 'really proud' Rory McIlroy

Masters champion Rory McIlroy will team up with Tommy Fleetwood for the Friday foursomes at the Ryder Cup. (Photo by Mike Egerton/PA Wire)

Ryder Cup's Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood target Rome repeat at Bethpage

Europe captain Luke Donald speaks to the crowd during the opening ceremony for the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black in New York. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Europe captain Luke Donald takes aim at USA over Ryder Cup pay

Team Europe Captain Luke Donald during the opening ceremony for the 45th Ryder Cup at the Bethpage Black Course, Farmingdale, New York on Wednesday. Picture: David Davies/PA Wire

Luke Donald: Europe ‘fuelled by something money cannot buy’ in Ryder Cup bid

Tommy Fleetwood of Team Europe during a practice round at Bethpage Black ahead of the 2025 Ryder Cup starting on Friday. (Photo by Mike Egerton/PA Wire)

Tommy Fleetwood ready to enter lion's den at Ryder Cup

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy of Team Europe signs autographs for fans prior to the Ryder Cup at Bethpage in Farmingdale, New York. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

'Rory, Rory, Rory' fan chants in Ryder Cup charm offensive by McIlroy and Europe

Northern Ireland's Rory McIIroy during a Team Europe practice round yesterday in New York building up towards the Ryder Cup challenge. (Photo by Tom Russo/The Scotsman)

Rory McIlroy's Masters year can get 'even better' with Ryder Cup glory

Ryder Cup captains Keegan Bradley (left) and Luke Donald either side of the coveted trophy at a press conference. (Photo by David Davies/PA Wire).

Keegan Bradley defends Team USA payments for 45th Ryder Cup

Team Europe captain Luke Donald with the Ryder Cup trophy inside an airplane cockpit before leaving London for New York. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

Europe's Ryder Cup drive from 'great purpose' not money
Luke Donald reckons New York fans coughing up big money to be at the 45th Ryder Cup could turn on Team USA for being paid if they underperform at Bethpage Black.
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Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy arriving at Heathrow Airport before flying to New York with Team Europe on Sunday ahead of the Ryder Cup. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy 'close to the bone' VR helping hand to shut out Ryder Cup noise

Wentworth woe has Rory McIlroy off the pace

Rory McIlroy during a press conference ahead of the 2025 BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth Golf Club in Virginia Water, Surrey. (Photo by Adam Davy/PA Wire)

Roger Federer helps Rory McIlroy make decisions on his own terms

Team Europe celebrate winning the 2023 Ryder Cup. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy believes 'continuity' will benefit Europe's Ryder Cup bid

England's Matt Fitzpatrick (left) greets Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy after completing the course during day four of The 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush. (Photo by Brian Lawless/PA Wire)

Matt Fitzpatrick targets Ryder Cup off Royal Portrush experience

Jordan Black from Carrickfergus who has got some of Europe's best golfers tattooed on his leg ahead of the Open Championship's return to Northern Ireland this week.

Golf superfan tattooed with faces of best players

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy and Caddie Harry Diamond during the first round of the US PGA Championship at Quail Hollow on Thursday. (Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy toils in error-strewn start to US PGA Championship bid

Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, reacts after missing a putt on the 16th hole during the first round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at the Quail Hollow Club on Thursday

Rory McIlroy off the pace after wayward first round at US PGA Championship

Tom McKibbin has officially signed for LIV Golf. (Photo by Jacob King/PA Wire)

Tom McKibbin's LIV Golf deal officially confirmed

Norther Ireland's Tom McKibbin who has refused to comment on reports linking him with a move to LIV Golf

Tom McKibbin refuses to address reports of LIV Golf switch

Tom McKibbin competing at the Irish Open at Royal County Down earlier this year. (Photo by Liam McBurney/PA Wire)

Tom McKibbin 'excited and honoured' after Team Cup selection

European Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald will play at the Irish Open at Royal County Down in September

Luke Donald set for Irish Open return at Royal County Down

Europe captain Luke Donald insists Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton (pictured) have not been "judged" for their decision to join LIV Golf

Luke Donald says LIV Golf recruits Jon Rahm and Tyrell Hatton won't be 'judged'

Luke Donald, Captain of Team Europe poses with the Ryder Cup at Marco Simone Golf Club in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

Luke Donald staying on as Europe's 2025 Ryder Cup captain

Team Europe's Rory McIlroy celebrating on Sunday during Ryder Cup success over the United States in Rome. (Photo by Zac Goodwin/PA Wire).

Rory McIlroy reflects on 'best days of our lives' after Ryder Cup glory

Rory McIlroy with captain Luke Donald celebrating on the day Team Europe secured success in the 44th Ryder Cup at the Marco Simone Golf and Country Club. (Photo by Mike Egerton/PA Wire)

Emotional Rory McIlroy leads Europe to Ryder Cup victory

Rory McIlroy and Matt Fitzpatrick celebrate on the 15th green during yesterday's memorable Ryder Cup start by Team Europe. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy delivers 'go again' shout for Ryder Cup weekend

Team Europe's Rory McIlroy following the fourballs on day one of the 44th Ryder Cup at the Marco Simone Golf and Country Club, Rome. (Photo by Zac Goodwin/PA Wire).

Rory McIlroy and Team Europe roar into Ryder Cup record-equalling lead

Team Europe's Rory McIlroy chips on the 16th, during the foursomes on during day one of the 44th Ryder Cup at the Marco Simone Golf and Country Club, Rome, Italy

Clean sweep for Team Europe in Friday's foursomes at the Ryder Cup

Team Europe Captain Luke Donald during the Ryder Cup Opening Ceremony at the Marco Simone Golf and Country Club, Rome, Italy.

Europe captain Luke Donald issues Ryder Cup rally cry

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy signing a Ryder Cup Europe flag for young fans earlier this month at the Horizon Irish Open. (Photo by Oisin Keniry/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy's Ryder Cup prep built off 'being sharp and playing tournaments'

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy reacts after chipping onto the 14th green during the closing BMW PGA Championship round at Wentworth. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy says 'we’re in a good spot' heading into Ryder Cup

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy tees off on the 2nd hole during day four of the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth Golf Club. (Photo by Kate McShane/Getty Images)

Ludvig Aberg vying for victory at Wentworth as Rory McIlroy makes progress

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy reacts on the 18th tee during day two of the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth Golf Club in Surrey. (Photo by Zac Goodwin/PA Wire).

Rory McIlroy reflects on late birdie and BMW PGA Championship drama

Rory McIlroy and Gareth Bale during the Pro-Am ahead of the 2023 BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth Golf Club in Virginia Water, Surrey. PIC: Zac Goodwin/PA Wire.

Rory McIlroy ‘really impressed’ with Ludvig Aberg ahead of Swede’s Ryder Cup bow

John Blanch (left, Wentworth Golf Club general manager) collects the Winner's Trophy from defending champion Shane Lowry heading into this week's BMW PGA Championship. (Photo by Oisin Keniry/Getty Images)

Ryder Cup wild card criticism 'didn't sit very well' with Shane Lowry

Shane Lowry tees off the 11th during day one of the 2023 Horizon Irish Open at The K Club, County Kildare.

Shane Lowry thriving on home comforts at Irish Open

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy at a press conference prior to the Horizon Irish Open at The K Club on Wednesday

Rory McIlroy holds special Irish Open memory dear

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