Luke Donald has been confirmed as Team Europe's captain for the third straight Ryder Cup, with the 2027 edition taking place at Adare Manor in Ireland.

Donald has guided Europe to back-to-back victories over the United States, including a first away Ryder Cup triumph since the 2012 'Miracle at Medinah'.

Team Europe built a record-breaking lead over the USA in the first two days at Bethpage Black last year, eventually coming out on top 15-13, successfully retaining the trophy after their 16.5-11.5 win in Rome in 2023.

Donald became just the second European captain to win successive Ryder Cups and is now chasing history as he looks to become the team's first skipper to lift the trophy three times in a row.

"The last two Ryder Cups have meant a lot to me and my family," Donald said. "I didn't imagine this third time would come.

"Celebrating on that Sunday night in New York after a pressure-packed week in a tough environment, I thought maybe my job was done. But maybe there is a little more story to tell.

"This Ryder Cup captaincy journey has given me so much focus, so much purpose, and it is something I don't take for granted. It's a real privilege, and I am certainly looking forward to another home Ryder Cup."

Donald has never been on a losing team in the tournament as a player or a captain, appearing in four victorious sides as a player – in 2004, 2006, 2010 and 2012 – before his recent success as captain.

The 2027 edition of the Ryder Cup will celebrate its 100th anniversary, and Donald is eyeing another victory.

"History is obviously important to me," Donald added. "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.

"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."