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Luke Donald receives OBE for services to golf

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Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Luke Donald receives OBE for services to golf

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Luke Donald, the captain of the European team for the Ryder Cup, has been honored with an OBE in the UK king's birthday honors. The 48-year-old has led Europe to consecutive Ryder Cup victories in Rome and New York. Donald aims to make history in 2027 by becoming the first to lead Europe to three straight Ryder Cup victories at Adare Manor in Ireland. He expressed gratitude for the honor and credited his success to the contributions of players, caddies, and staff throughout his career.

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•Luke Donald named OBE in UK king's birthday honors
•Captaincy praised for back-to-back Ryder Cup victories
•Aims for third consecutive win in 2027 at Adare Manor
•Credits players and staff for his career achievements
•First captain to lead three straight Ryder Cups since 1995

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Twice Ryder Cup-winning captain Luke Donald paid tribute to the contributions of players, caddies and his backroom staff after he was made an OBE for services to golf in the UK king’s birthday honours. The 48-year-old, who led Europe to back-to-back victories in Rome and New York, is attempting to become the first person in the 100-year history of the biennial contest against the United States to lead a team to three consecutive wins next year at Ireland's Adare Manor.
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Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 10:11 PM
Europe Ryder Cup captain Donald honoured in UK king's birthday list
Twice Ryder Cup-winning captain Luke Donald paid tribute to the contributions of players, caddies and his backroom staff after he was made an OBE for services to golf in the UK king’s birthday honours. The 48-year-old, who led Europe to back-to-back victories in Rome and New York, is attempting to become the first person in the 100-year history of the biennial contest against the United States to lead a team to three consecutive wins next year at Ireland's Adare Manor.

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