Molinari Brothers Reunited in Europe's Backroom Team for Ryder Cup Defense
- European Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald named former Open champion Francesco Molinari as a vice-captain on Wednesday for next year's event at Adare Manor in Ireland.
- Joining his older brother Edoardo in the backroom team, Molinari continues a partnership that supported European victories at the 2023 and 2025 competitions.
- With strong Ryder Cup pedigree, the 43-year-old won the British Open and contributed to three victorious teams as a player, including the 2012 comeback at Medinah.
- "So, it was an easy, straightforward decision," Molinari said, noting he eagerly anticipates returning after memorable experiences in Rome and New York.
- Donald expressed enthusiasm about the appointment, saying Molinari has been an "integral part" of the backroom team during his previous two stints as captain.
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Francesco Molinari joins brother as Ryder Cup vice-captain
European captain Luke Donald named Italy's Francesco Molinari as a 2027 Ryder Cup vice-captain on Wednesday.
Molinari brothers reunited in Europe's backroom team for Ryder Cup defense
The Molinari brothers are back in tandem for Europe’s defense of the Ryder Cup. Francesco Molinari has been named as an assistant to European captain Luke Donald for next year’s matches at Adare Manor in Ireland.
Molinari brothers to boost Team Europe
Francesco Molinari joins his brother Edoardo Molinari as a vice-captain for the third consecutive Ryder Cup. Luke Donald confirmed that both Molinaris will join him in his backroom staff. The trio will aim to guide Europe to a historic third win in a row, having previously teamed up at Marco Simone in 2023 and at Bethpage Black. “I was very pleased when Luke asked me,” Molinari said. “I’ve had two great experiences in Rome and New York, two very…
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