Luke Donald to open Ryder Cup talks with potential Tiger Woods showdown on cardsBy Press Association Sport ReportersLuke Donald will hold talks with Ryder Cup Europe chief executive Guy Kinnings this week as he contemplates a third term as captain and potentially going head-to-head with Tiger Woods. The former world number one led Europe to victory in Rome in 2023 and at Bethpage Black in New York last year. Tiger Woods is a contender to captain the United States at the 2027 Ryder Cup (Jane Barlow/PA) Photo by Jane BarlowFifteen-time major winner Woods is reportedly in line for the United States job at Adare Manor. Luke Donald took on Tiger Woods at the 2006 Ryder Cup (Rebecca Naden/PA) Photo by Rebecca NadenThe 48-year-old Englishman, who lives in Florida, is weighing up the additional time commitments required for a home campaign against the chance to make history. “It’s high stress at times and it’s hard work but it’s something I love,” he said.

Source: Irish Independent January 21, 2026 05:36 UTC