Chants of "two more years" echoed around Bethpage Black as Luke Donald's men savoured an historic Ryder Cup triumph on American soil.

Donald became just the second European captain to win consecutive Ryder Cups after Tony Jacklin in 1985 and 1987 as Europe held off USA on a thrilling final day.

Europe were prepared for the hostility and "abusive" behaviour, using Rory McIlroy's description, which dominated the event and Donald was key to instilling that mentality.

"I really have committed myself to this job because I feel I owe it to the players and I owe it to the Ryder Cup which has been so special to me. I've had so many incredible experiences," said Donald.

"I've had to kind of put my own game a little bit to the side, and every day I'm trying to think about things that could help

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