Pádraig Harrington named Europe vice-captain for 2027 Ryder Cup in Ireland
Hannah Kate Costello
Pádraig Harrington has been named a vice-captain of Europe’s team for the 2027 Ryder Cup.
Harrington joins Edoardo and Francesco Molinari in Luke Donald’s team for the tournament, which will be played at Adare Manor in Co. Limerick, Ireland, in September.
Three-time major winner Harrington was part of the Europe team the last time the Ryder Cup was played in his home country in 2006.
“It’s something I didn’t expect,” Harrington said. “I honestly didn’t think I’d ever wear the European Ryder Cup logo again. So I’m very happy to be part of it."
“The Ryder Cup has been a special part of my life. Representing Europe has always been one of the highlights of my golfing career and to be able to do it again in this situation, especially in Ireland, is special.”
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.
Harrington has won 44 times worldwide. Since turning 50 in 2021, has added 12 PGA Tour Champions victories, including three US Senior Open titles in 2022, 2025 and 2026 and the ISPS Handa Senior Open in 2025.
