Fireside chat helped Europe players become ‘vulnerable’ before Ryder Cup victory

A behind-the-scenes story of Europe's Ryder Cup triumph is set to be revealed in a new documentary

Europe’s players have revealed the secrets behind their 2023 Ryder Cup in a new documentary (David Davies/PA)

Europe’s Ryder Cup players have revealed how becoming “vulnerable” with each other during a “fireside chat” helped spark their triumph in Rome.

Captain Luke Donald took his entire side to Marco Simone Golf Club for a practice session in September 2023, a day before all 12 players travelled to Wentworth ahead of competing in the BMW PGA Championship.