Edoardo Molinari Confident In Europe's Success Ahead Of Ryder Cup On US Soil

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Ryder Cup vice captain Edoardo Molinari is optimistic about Europe's prospects as they prepare for the upcoming Ryder Cup in the United States. Europe aims to secure their first victory on American soil since 2012. Molinari, who was part of the support team when Europe reclaimed the trophy in 2023, believes the team is well-prepared for the challenge.

Europe's recent success in Rome, where they triumphed over the USA with a score of 16.5-11.5, has boosted their confidence. Molinari, who played in the 2010 Ryder Cup at Celtic Manor, is pleased with the performances of key European players. Rory McIlroy has already achieved three victories this year, including completing his career grand slam at the Masters.

Other European players like Sepp Straka, Viktor Hovland, Thomas Detry, and Ludvig Aberg have also found success on the PGA Tour this season. Molinari expressed his satisfaction on the Sky Sports Golf podcast: "There's a lot of guys that have been playing well recently - even some of the non-superstars we had in Rome."

Thomas Detry's recent win at Phoenix marked his first PGA Tour victory. Molinari hopes that this momentum continues until September. The team's strong performances are crucial as they face a challenging environment at Bethpage Black.

Bethpage Black is expected to present a tough atmosphere for Europe due to its hostile crowd. Despite past difficulties on US soil, Molinari remains confident that the team can handle it. He stated, "I think you just control what you can control... I think we'll be prepared, we'll be ready for it."

Molinari acknowledges that while they can't manage crowd reactions, they can focus on their own responses and behaviour. He believes that some players might thrive under pressure and perform exceptionally well despite the challenges.

The European team is determined to overcome any obstacles and seize opportunities during difficult moments. With a blend of experienced players and rising stars, they aim to deliver strong performances and bring home a victory from American soil.