Team Europe have won the Ryder Cup in New York - despite a last-minute fightback from Team USA.

Team Europe finished day two of the tournament with an unprecedented 11.5-4.5 lead,

They then inched closer to the 14 points needed to retain the trophy before any players had even teed off on Sunday, after both teams were awarded half a point when Viktor Hovland was forced to pull out due to injury.

A final day fightback saw the host side roar back into contention with a series of tight wins before Europe reached the all-important 14 points to retain the trophy thanks to a putt from Shane Lowry.

Tyrrell Hatton's draw with Collin Morikawa landed Europe the final half point needed to win.

Image: Team Europe's Tyrrell Hatton. Pic: Reuters

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