Europe captain Luke Donald was soaking up the praise from players and rivals after years of preparation paid off in a 15-13 Ryder Cup triumph Sunday at Bethpage Black.

And as his triumphant team chanted, "Two more years" around him, Donald didn't say no.

"My answer is I'm going to enjoy tonight," the Englishman replied.

Donald, who also guided Europe's 2023 win at Rome, became the first captain to win back-to-back Cups since English compatriot Tony Jacklin in 1987.

Asked on the course after the victory about a 2027 return, Donald said, "I don't think my heart can take two more years. We'll see."

Shane Lowry, who sank the Cup-clinching six-foot putt on the 18th green to tie Russell Henley, heaped praise upon Donald.

"He's the greatest captain I think that has ever lived," Lowry said.

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