Europe Pulls Ahead on 2027 Ryder Cup Prep as U.S. Still Without a Captain

Luke Donald’s early work at Adare Manor signals continuity that could shape planning.

Overview

Team Europe captain Luke Donald visited Adare Manor with vice-captain Edoardo Molinari and shared “The work starts here” in posts from Ryder Cup Europe.
Ryder Cup Europe has retained Donald for a third straight contest after wins in 2023 and 2025.
The PGA of America has not named a 2027 U.S. captain after Tiger Woods told officials he would not take the role as he focuses on his health.
Golf analyst Brandel Chamblee publicly backed Justin Leonard for the captaincy, pushing his name into an unsettled search.
Analysts say Europe’s data-driven prep and tight team processes fuel concern the U.S. could trail again after a 15-13 home loss under late-appointed captain Keegan Bradley in 2025.