Shane Lowry celebrates a putt on the 18th green to retain the Ryder Cup for Team EuropeEurope have retained the Ryder Cup after holding off a dramatic fightback from the United States at Bethpage Black. Shane Lowry delivered the crucial half-point in match number eight, taking Europe to 14 points by holing a putt to tie against Russell Henley. SHANE LOWRY COMES UP CLUTCH TO RETAIN THE RYDER CUP! #TeamEurope | #OurTimeOurPlace pic.twitter.com/Q6LKpWr0aQ — Ryder Cup Europe (@RyderCupEurope) September 28, 2025That took the score to 14-11 and ensured Europe could not be beaten with three matches still out on the course. Europe had needed to secure just two and a half points to retain the cup and the half came before play even started when Viktor Hovland withdrew injured and his clash with Harris English declared a draw.