Tommy Fleetwood Says He Doesn’t Want Any Credit for Ryder Cup Success in Latest Statement: ‘Were Just the Pieces’

For that, he deserves the credit; even Jon Rahm has also voiced the same for him, saying “absolutely astonishing” for the efforts, and added that he “set the bar for captaincy so extremely high.”

Donald, who has represented the European side four times in the past, has an undefeated record as a player, and now he is carrying forward that undefeated record as a captain as well. For his exceptional leadership, before Tommy Fleetwood, Keegan Bradley, a fellow Ryder Cup player and American side captain, has also praised him. He said, “I think he turned this European Team into a really unstoppable force, especially the first two days, and you know, in my eyes, I think he’s the best European Ryder Cup captain ever. I was really excited to go up against him, but I knew it was going to be tough to beat him.”

Last time, Donald added four rookies to the team, shocking the golf world. However, his perfect prediction has led to a great victory at home. Now, with the same bunch of players with just one change, he has done that again on American soil. In fact, it was just a regular win, but a gruesome loss for the Americans, as they fell behind by 7 points after two days of play. Further, the European players also joined in support.

Rory McIlroy said, “We got so lucky in getting an incredible leader in Luke Donald.” Adding to the list, Shane Lowry continued the praise, saying, “He’s the greatest captain I think that’s ever lived.” After Tony Jacklin’s two consecutive wins as a captain in 1985 and 1987, Luke Donald joined him with back-to-back victories for the team.

Fleetwood further expressed gratitude for achieving the Nicklaus/Jacklin award he received.

Tommy Fleetwood achieves a rare reward

As he continued in the caption, “It’s an honour to receive the Nicklaus/Jacklin award and bring 4 points home to the team, but to be honest, I’d do anything for this group of incredibly special human beings!! Love this Team, and always will!!! My heart is

@rydercupeurope.” Fleetwood, paired with Rory McIlroy for foursomes and Justin Rose for four-ball, came out undefeated. However, while playing the singles against Justin Thomas, he lost on the dramatic final putt with one down. However, beyond the performance, there were additional factors that contributed to his selection for the award.

The Nicklaus-Jacklin award honors fair play, teamwork, and many other factors that resemble those of 1969 Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin. Notably, unlike the other European players, Tommy Fleetwood kept his calm despite the heat of the competition and the intensity of the New York fans. He discussed how he stayed in his bubble to remain focused and not react to anything. Even during the feud between McIlroy and his fans, he kept his calm and did not react. The calmness and performance were the result, and he was awarded the prestigious honor. Speaking for the award during the presentation, he shared his feelings.

He said, “To be acknowledged like this, winning an award that is named after such legends as Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin and in some way follow in their footsteps, is very cool. Sportsmanship is important to our game, and the Ryder Cup is the most intense environment we experience.” The award was first introduced in 2021, and with the third season, Tommy Fleetwood became the fourth recipient of the prestigious award. However, despite that outstanding achievement, he, along with the other teammates, praised one individual for the victory. Notably, it was not just the European side, but the American team captain also shared praising words for Luke Donald.

With everyone praising the captain, should Luke Donald be the captain for the 2027 Ryder Cup? As there are rumors that he might be leading at Adare Manor. What do you think about it? Share with us in the comments below.