Europe reclaim Ryder Cup despite Americans' Sunday fightback

Europe condemned the United States to a seventh straight away loss.

MAIN MAN: Rory McIlroy of Europe celebrates a putt on the 15th hole. Picture: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

Rory McIlroy fought back tears of joy instead of disappointment after contributing a career-best performance to help Europe regain the Ryder Cup.

McIlroy’s singles victory over Sam Burns ensured he won four matches in the biennial contest for the first time as Luke Donald’s side inflicted a seventh straight away defeat on the United States.