Twitter reacts to Europe’s Ryder Cup victory

There will be a fair few sore heads in Rome on Monday morning as the dust begins to settle on a famous European Ryder Cup win.

Europe were written off after their 19-9 hammering at Whistling Straits in 2021, with a period of American dominance in this contest widely predicted.

But captain Luke Donald has re-energised the European side and masterminded a famous 16.5 – 11.5 victory at Marco Simone to extend their unbeaten home record beyond 30 years.

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Of course, no event in golf elicits a social media reaction quite like the Ryder Cup, and the European media team did plenty to keep fans entertained as the celebrations began with the party bus in full swing.

Chants ranged from “Europe’s On Fire, USA Is Terrified” to a rendition of I’m Gonna be (500 Miles) by the Proclaimers lead by the Scottish hero Bob MacIntyre.

And for those of you who predicted Tyrrell Hatton would be last man standing after the European night out: congratulations.

Last man standing @TyrrellHatton 😎#TeamEurope | #RyderCup pic.twitter.com/Mqb9UuBVSH

— Ryder Cup Europe (@RyderCupEurope) October 2, 2023

All I will say is… It was a good night!!

🏆💙💛 #TeamEurope pic.twitter.com/uwnQbzZ2vC

— Justin ROSE (@JustinRose99) October 2, 2023

Mood 🏆🇪🇺#TeamEurope | #RyderCup pic.twitter.com/3ZEZOZPcie

— Ryder Cup Europe (@RyderCupEurope) October 2, 2023

We’re also wondering if Hatton has borrowed a pair of MacIntyre’s pyjamas from earlier in the week…

Anyway, here’s how Twitter/X reacted to Europe’s Ryder Cup win…

One of the most viral clips from the European celebrations came from a man jumping into the water on the 16th hole after Tommy Fleetwood secured the trophy.

This is EVEN better 🏊‍♂️
Remember the fella who jumped in the water at the #RyderCup on the 16th hole?
Well, this is what happened next… 👇🏻🏆😂#ColonelSanders #CaptainBirdseye #LoganRoy

From Tom Kristensen on insta pic.twitter.com/Ad0r0yPoYY

— Dan Walker (@mrdanwalker) October 2, 2023

Here, broadcaster Dan Walker has found more footage of the same man leading fans into a thunder clap before taking another dip in the pond. Great scenes.

Brooks Koepka then had the internet on strings by getting his losing US teammates to wear his Smash GC LIV Golf merch.

I make money moves pic.twitter.com/yAZvByXFjQ

— Brooks Koepka (@BKoepka) October 1, 2023

And from the European fans, there was huge praise for Luke Donald and co.. for pulling off such a memorable victory after a dramatic finale at Marco Simone…

Congratulations @RyderCupEurope and @LukeDonald to turn round a 19-9 deficit two years ago is nothing more than fabulous. Every player contributing at least half a point. 🇪🇺

— Colin Montgomerie (@montgomeriefdn) October 1, 2023

“Two More Years” .. @LukeDonald

We all hope so, that would be fantastic. 🤞🏼🇪🇺

— Eddie Pepperell (@PepperellEddie) October 1, 2023

#RyderCup For one week every two years it’s so much more than just a little white ball around a field. Just the most amazing experience. A must see for every golf fan. pic.twitter.com/B5NofIyk0p

— anthony wall (@awallgolfer) October 2, 2023

A #RyderCup debut to remember!

Played three, won two & halved one.

Unbeaten. ✅💪🏻

Trophy back where it belongs. 🏆🇪🇺 pic.twitter.com/Jua8A2ne70

— Bob MacIntyre Tracker (@BobMacTrack) October 1, 2023

YES TOMMY LAD!!! #RyderCup #TeamEurope pic.twitter.com/nmzI87o0kG

— Clare Angela O'Brien (@ClareAOB) October 1, 2023

Phenomenal captaincy from Luke Donald throughout the whole Ryder Cup. An incredible golfing mind but also a brilliant person. Totally deserved.#RyderCuppic.twitter.com/Zcqi5Kg8W4

— Beef's Golf Club (@BeefsGolfClub) October 1, 2023

An incredible week of golf 🏆 These boys were exceptional from start to finish, team Europe were better prepared, Luke Donald proved to be a brilliant leader & played his part, ready for any potential scenario! What an entertaining week 🫶🏽 https://t.co/7YPRG0axdX

— Inci Mehmet (@incigolf) October 1, 2023