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Hindsight

Keegan Bradley reveals what he would have done differently having seen how the weekend played out.

He told Sky Sports: “I would have set the course up a little differently – but Europe played better than us and deserved to win. They are a great team.

“In my eyes, Luke Donald is the best European captain of all time.

“I’ve got a real weird relationship with this tournament. A lot of heartbreak. But I still love it, and I love the guys.

“I love being out here again. I don’t know if I’ll ever get to do this again. I will remember this for the rest of my life.”

Tyrrell talks

The man that clinched the half point which secured Europe’s victory, Tyrrell Hatton told Sky Sports: “To be honest, it’s been one of the hardest days I’ve ever experienced on the golf course.

“Going out number 10 of 11 matches, you’re hoping that everything is wrapped up but still want to pride in your individual record.

“The U.S. lads put up an incredible fight — it was to be expected, they’re amazing players. Selfishly, I was hoping it wouldn’t come down to me.

“The last five, six, seven holes were horrible but I’m so happy that we’ve managed to win.”

The Fairytale in New York – report

Europe have WON the Ryder Cup over Team USA on a dramatic day at Bethpage Black.

Luke Donald’s men needed just two points to keep their trophy won in Rome in 2023.

They had completely outplayed their rivals across the first two days in New York.

And they kept the famous gold trophy during the single’s action on Sunday afternoon.

It wasn’t without drama though, as the US stormed to a comeback.

Rahm reacts

Jon Rahm said: “It’s about as intense a rollercoaster of emotions I’ve ever had. for sure on the golf course, maybe in my life. The intensity out there was incredible. The U.S. team did nothing short of amazing.

“What they almost pulled off was amazing. Luckily we had a big enough lead and we had the right people at the back to get it done. Hard to describe. What an atmosphere it’s been all week, it’s been so tough for us and I couldn’t be prouder of everyone in this team.

“We came together as a team and did what a lot of people thought was impossible in New York. It feels very special. That’s golf, that’s sport. That’s why you play 12 points on Sunday, a lot of things can change.

“Great putts on 18 by Cam and JT, once the echoes of the cheers happen you can hear it on the golf course.”

More from Bradley

While Europe were celebrating on 18, Keegan Bradley told the press conference the rule regarding injury and ‘the envelope’ has to change.

Viktor Hovland’s absence meant Harris English had to sit out and in doing so, their match was tied and put down for a half each.

He said: “The rule has to change.

“I think it’s obvious to everyone in the sports world, everyone in this room.”

Fan discussion

Clearly, the New York fans did their best to try and ruin a fantastic Ryder Cup.

Clearly, the fans in Ireland in two years time are going to be a heck of a lot better behaved too.

Lowry told Sky Sports: “Luke is the greatest captain that has ever lived. He’s the most amazing man in the world.

“He’s done the best job. I don’t know what to say.”

On a home Ryder Cup for him in two years, he added: “It will be a little bit nicer than playing here, I know that!”

DeChambeau/Young vs Fitzpatrick/Aberg

All square in match one now too as Fitzpatrick and Aberg get one back!

DeChambeau’s approach on the 4th was short and in the bunker and the Americans didn’t recover.

Superb touch from Fitzpatrick meant Aberg doesn’t need to putt and the last remaining red on the board early doors, disappears.

English/Morikawa vs McIlroy/Fleetwood – A/S

What a response from Team Europe!

McIlroy’s approach finds the green, while English’s doesn’t quite. Morikawa can’t convert his chip and Fleetwood DRAINS his 15ft putt!

All square.

From Joshua Jones at Bethpage

Well, this is the dream start for Keegan Bradley. 

Young’s chip in following English’s clutch putt – after Rory horseshoed one – sees the Americans 1up in both matches. 

Xander and No Hat Pat – now wearing a cap – vs Rahm and Hatton could be blockbuster match play foursomes golf…

Bradley’s morning isn’t quite perfect, though, as he whizzes down the 1st fairway in a buggy – only for the vehicle to get stuck up against a rope. Doh! 

Scottie Scheffler will be hoping for a better day today – he hasn’t won any of his last six Ryder Cup matches now – well, it couldn’t get much worse… 

Schauffele/Cantlay vs Rahm/Hatton

Cantlay chops out the rough and finds the green, leaving it 14ft from the pin and another look at a birdie for the US.

How can Hatton respond? The answer is SUPERBLY, leaving it no more than 1ft from the hole. That should be conceded, fantastic.

Match one – Hole One

Hatton takes the first approach shot, with a delightful chip onto the green, fortunate to get a lucky bounce just over the lip of the bunker.

Thomas has an easier job cut out for him, does not quite hit it hard enough but plays safe and Americans stay ahead.

DeChambeau/Thomas vs Rahm/Hatton

Jon Rahm opts to tee off for Europe.

His stroke veers off to the right side and lands in the rough, met with huge cheers from the American crowd.

Dechambeau steps up for America and hits a brilliant shot onto the fairway, a few yards from the green.

America starting strong.

First pairings ready for tee off

Team USA’s pairing of Bryson DeChambeau and Justin Thomas are introduced to cheers on the first tee

The same can’t be said for Tyrell Hatton and Jon Rahm.

Both teams arrive at the Tee

Bryson DeChambeau and Justin Thomas take on Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton for the first hole today.

DeChambeau and Thomas welcomed with huge cheers of ‘USA, USA, USA’, from the home crowd, the Europeans are met with boos.

Anticipation has been building since Rome and the gallery is alive with around 8,000 supporters in Bethpage Black.

Atmosphere is bubbling now, its game time!