Golf: European team with Straka won Ryder Cup

The decision was made before the end of the Sunday singles, the Europeans were in an unassailable lead. Straka’s defeat against Justin Thomas was of no consequence. Captain Luke Donald’s team managed to take revenge for the 9:19 in Whistling Straits 2021. At that time, Bernd Wiesberger was the first Austrian to take part in the major event, but was unable to win the match in three opportunities.

Straka, who had already predicted Europe’s victory in advance, did his job better. On his debut on the 6,566 meter long par 71 course, Shane Lowry won the foursome against Rickie Fowler/Collin Morikawa on Friday. On Saturday, Lowry suffered another defeat against Max Homa/Brian Harman in the same competition. In the singles against Thomas he showed a sensational shot with an eagle on 16, but the American prevailed with 2 on.

Home advantage as an important factor

Once again, home advantage was an important factor; since 2014, the title has always gone to the hosts. In this case to the Europeans, who are a real power at home. There has not been a defeat against the US golfers in front of their own audience since 1993 in Birmingham. In the all-time record, Europe shortened the score to 15:27, with two draws. However, an all-European selection has only been in action since 1979, and they have now extended their lead to 12:9 with a draw.

This is also thanks to Donald, the guarantee of success. The 45-year-old had already triumphed as an active player in 2004, 2006, 2010 and 2012 and was now celebrating a successful debut as team captain. The next edition in 2025 will take place at the Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale in New York. Only time will tell whether there will be ÖGV participation for the third time in a row.