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Europe’s Ryder Cup team confirmed as Luke Donald names his six captain’s picks

Rory McIlroy, John Rahm, and more secure spots

Europe Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald has announced his team to face the USA in the upcoming tournament. The automatic qualifiers include Rory McIlroy, John Rahm, Roberty MacIntyre, Victor Hovlan, Tyrell Hatton, and Matt Fitzpatrick.

Tommy Fleetwood returns

Luke Donald has chosen Tommy Fleetwood, 32, who will be participating in his third Ryder Cup.

Impressive newcomer

Austrian Sepp Straka, who impressed at The Open and tied for second place, has been included in Europe's team for the first time ever.

Experience counts

Luke Donald has opted for experience with former world number one Justin Rose, who will make his sixth Ryder Cup appearance.

Shane Lowry brings the X-factor

Luke Donald hopes Shane Lowry will bring an X-factor to the team with his infectious personality, both on and off the green.

Newcomer ready for a challenge

Nicolai Hojgaard, a rookie, is excited to face America's best in the Ryder Cup.

Swede secures a spot

Swedish golfer Ludvig Aberg has also been selected, making it three debutants in Team Europe.

No LIV Golf players

Unlike the USA team, Europe's Ryder Cup squad does not include any LIV Golf players. Captain Zach Johnson has chosen Brooks Koepka, Sam Burns, Rickie Fowler, Collin Morikawa, Jordan Spieth, and Justin Thomas.

The event details

The Ryder Cup will take place from September 29 to October 1 at the Marco Simone Golf & Country Club, near Rome.