Rory McIlroy says US antics put ‘fire in our bellies’ as Europe regain Ryder Cup

The hosts closed out the win despite a nervy Sunday performance. 

Rory McIlroy produced a career-best display to help Europe regain the Ryder Cup in Rome (Gregorio Borgia/AP)

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

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.