After an intense and emotional week at Bethpage Black in New York, Team Europe let loose in style to celebrate their dramatic Ryder Cup win on Sunday night.
The atmosphere on the greens had been tense, but off the course, the party was nothing short of legendary.
Tensions on the Green Made the Victory Sweeter
The tournament had been far from smooth sailing for the Europeans.
Fans unleashed a barrage of boos and verbal abuse throughout the event, with Rory McIlroy facing particularly harsh treatment.
Security had to step up as tensions boiled over, with McIlroy enduring vile chants directed at both him and his wife, Erica Stoll.
In a shocking moment, Stoll was even struck by a thrown drink, forcing her to leave in tears.
Despite these challenges, Europe secured a historic 15-13 triumph, giving the team the chance to finally relax and celebrate the hard-fought victory.
Shane Lowry Takes Center Stage in Celebrations
Irish golfer Shane Lowry became the life of the party, sharing videos on social media of himself dancing on tables while clutching the glittering gold Ryder Cup.
At one point, he sank to his knees in celebration and even mimicked Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez’s Golden Glove celebration from the 2022 World Cup.
Lowry described winning the Ryder Cup as “the coolest thing in my life,” calling the moment on the 18th green a dream come true.
“The Ryder Cup means everything to me,” Lowry said. “I’ve won The Open in Ireland, but the Ryder Cup… that’s everything.
It was so hard out there, fair play to the US lads; we knew they were going to come out fighting.”
A Bar Tab Fit for Champions
The post-victory party reportedly racked up a staggering £230,000.
The Europeans enjoyed 120 bottles of Moët & Chandon Brut Imperial Champagne (£967 per bottle), alongside 60 bottles of Moët & Chandon MCIII and rosé, costing over £74,000.
Vodka and cognac also flowed freely, with Belvedere bottles worth £1,861 each and limited edition Hennessy 250th Anniversary bottles adding luxury to the celebration.
Ultra-rare Hennessy Richard Lunar New Year 2025 cognac, priced at nearly £15,000 per bottle, was also reportedly on offer.
Sharing the Celebration With Families and Staff
Captain Luke Donald ensured that the party wasn’t limited to the players alone.
Wives, partners, and the support staff who had contributed to Europe’s triumph were all invited to join in the festivities.
The sense of camaraderie extended beyond the course, with footage showing players and their families singing along to The Cranberries’ “Zombie” on the bus en route to the party—substituting McIlroy’s name into the chorus.
McIlroy Savors the Sweet Revenge
For McIlroy, the celebrations were as much about letting off steam after the grueling and hostile matches as about victory itself.
At the winners’ press conference, when asked how satisfying it was to finally quiet the crowd, he replied cheekily, “Very f***ing satisfying.”
With their Ryder Cup victory secured and celebrations in full swing, Team Europe closed the chapter on a tense but unforgettable week in New York, marking the triumph as one of their most memorable yet.