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Ryder Cup 2025: Rory McIlroy on why Shane Lowry was 'more than a bodyguard' during historic win for Team Europe at Bethpage Black
- McIlroy recalls Bethpage as the toughest mental week he has faced, due to hostile crowds and interruptions.
- Lowry says he provided a buffer for McIlroy and played a key role in their decisive two-day partnership.
- The pair secured an unbeaten fourballs partnership that helped Europe dominate the weekend.
- Lowry credits their Friday and Saturday play for driving Europe toward victory on American soil.
- European captain Luke Donald steered a bold away win, adding to the historical context of the victory.
- McIlroy says the opponents and the crowd's taunts tested him, but he focused on making strong responses through golf.
- The event included additional security as spectators were ejected during key moments.
- Lowry celebrated a crucial 15-foot birdie on the 15th and contributed to a late surge.
- Europe’s 15-13 victory marked a historic away win, extending a strong European Ryder Cup legacy.
- The broadcast highlights the new documentary celebrating McIlroy’s 2025 season and Ryder Cup run.
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