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Rory McIlroy inspires Europe to Ryder Cup victory over US

Ryder Cup debutant Jamie Donaldson sealed golfing victory for Europe at Gleneagles after a brilliant round from world number one Rory McIlroy inspired them to victory over the United States.

The Welshman scored the winning point in a 4&3 win over Keegan Bradley on the 15th hole to give the European side an unassailable lead.

The victorious captain, Irishman Paul McGinley, paid tribute to his players and everyone else who contributed to the win.

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Europe retain Ryder Cup with comfortable win over US

Europe has comfortably beat the US and retained the Ryder Cup with Jamie Donaldson sinking the winning putt.

Europe's Rory McIlroy celebrates after winning his singles match. Credit: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire

The latest score is Europe 14 and a half against the US's nine and a half with a couple of matches left to finish.

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