European golfer Shane Lowry expressed his relief at securing the Ryder Cup for Team Europe after a challenging battle on the course. Despite starting the day with a significant lead, Luke Donald’s team faced a fierce comeback from the American side during the singles matches on Sunday, making the outcome uncertain.
The pivotal moment came when Irish player Lowry stepped up on the 18th green and successfully secured a crucial half point, ensuring that the Ryder Cup would be brought back to Europe. The former Open champion’s performance ignited jubilant celebrations among the spectators at the 18th hole.
In a post-match interview with Sky Sports, Lowry described the intense pressure he felt during those crucial hours and the significance of the Ryder Cup to him personally. He emphasized the importance of the team’s victory and expressed his desire for a definitive win, even though retaining the cup was already achieved.
Lowry’s aspirations for a clear victory materialized when Tyrell Hatton clinched the necessary half point on the 18th hole, sealing a hard-fought triumph for Europe. The dramatic conclusion of the match, with a missed putt by Sam Burns leading to a half point for Robert McIntyre, solidified Europe’s 15-13 victory at Bethpage Black.