Team Europe captain Padraig Harrington during the second preview day of the 43rd Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits, Wisconsin (Anthony Behar/PA)Padraig Harrington has been named a vice-captain of Europe’s team for the 2027 Ryder Cup. Three-time major winner Harrington was part of the Europe team on the only previous occasion the Ryder Cup has been played in his home country back in 2006. Picture: Andy Lyons/Getty Images (Andy Lyons/Getty Images)He has represented Europe six times as a player, served as vice-captain three times and was captain for the 2021 Ryder Cup, when Donald served as a vice-captain. “I honestly didn’t think I’d ever wear the European Ryder Cup logo again. He understands the Irish crowds and all that goes with having a Ryder Cup in Ireland.