Luke Donald Named Europe Ryder Cup Captain for Third Consecutive Event in 2027
In Brief
Luke Donald has been confirmed as Team Europe’s Ryder Cup captain for 2027 at Adare Manor.
Key Facts
- Luke Donald has been confirmed as Europe's Ryder Cup captain for 2027, according to multiple sources.
- Donald led Team Europe to victory in Rome in 2023, according to The Independent.
- Donald also captained Europe to victory at Bethpage Black in New York in 2025, according to The Independent.
- The 2027 Ryder Cup will be held at Adare Manor in Ireland.
- Donald is seeking to become the first captain to win three Ryder Cups in a row, according to BBC News.
What Happened
Multiple news outlets report that Luke Donald will captain Team Europe for the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor in Ireland. Donald previously led the team to victories in Rome in 2023 and New York in 2025, according to The Independent.
Why It Matters
Donald’s appointment marks the first time a European captain has served three consecutive Ryder Cups, according to BBC News. The 2027 event at Adare Manor will provide an opportunity for Donald to pursue a third straight win as captain.
Sources
- BBC News — Donald named Europe captain for third time(1h ago)
- The Independent — Luke Donald set to be named Ryder Cup captain again(just now)
- The Independent — Luke Donald named European Ryder Cup captain for Adare Manor in 2027(just now)
- CNA — Donald named Europe's Ryder Cup captain again, eyes historic hat-trick(just now)
- The Independent — Luke Donald to captain Europe in third straight Ryder Cup in 2027(just now)