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Harrington named vice captain for Europe's 2027 Ryder Cup team
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Harrington named vice captain for Europe's 2027 Ryder Cup team

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  • Padraig Harrington has been named as one of Luke Donald's vice captains for the 2027 Ryder Cup.
  • Harrington, a three-time major winner, brings extensive Ryder Cup experience, having played in six and served as vice captain previously.
  • Europe will be defending their title at Adare Manor in Ireland, seeking a third consecutive victory.

Padraig Harrington has been appointed as the third vice captain for Europe's 2027 Ryder Cup team, joining captain Luke Donald's backroom staff.

The announcement was made on Wednesday, with Harrington set to assist Donald at the prestigious event, which will be held at Adare Manor in Limerick, Ireland. Harrington will work alongside fellow vice captains Edoardo and Francesco Molinari.

Harrington, a decorated golfer with three major championship titles, has a rich history with the Ryder Cup. He has competed in six previous Ryder Cups, contributing to four victorious European teams and experiencing two losses. His experience extends to serving as a vice captain on three prior occasions, including captaining the European side in 2021.

Europe enters the 2027 Ryder Cup aiming for a remarkable third consecutive victory. The team secured wins in the previous two tournaments, held at Marco Simone and Bethpage Black, showcasing their strong performance in recent competitions.

The 2027 Ryder Cup is scheduled to take place from September 13-19.

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