The final day in pictures as Europe win the Ryder Cup

Rory McIlroy and captain Luke Donald were emotional after a 16.5-11.5 success in Rome.

Sunday 01 October 2023 13:28 EDT

Rory McIlroy celebrates after holing his putt on the 15th hole (Zac Goodwin/PA) (PA Wire)

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Europe regained the Ryder Cup on Sunday with a final score of 16.5-11.5 at Marco Simone.