Captain Paul McGinley led his European team to a record-equalling third Ryder Cup victory in a row with a comprehensive five-point win against the Americans at Gleneagles in Scotland.

It was the 40th Ryder Cup and gave Europe their 11th win in 18 appearances since their debut in 1979.

Europe led 5-3 after Friday’s fourballs and foursomes, extending that lead on the second day to 10-6.

On the final day’s singles matches, Graeme McDowell, Rory McIlroy, Martin Kaymer and Sergio García all won, Welshman Jamie Donaldson’s 5&3 victory against Keegan Bradley sealing victory for the home side.

1969: Joe Kapp of the Minnesota Vikings throws for seven touchdowns versus the Baltimore Colts in a 52-14 win.

1984: The Cleveland Indians, down 10-0 to the Minnesota Twins, stage an incredible fightback to win 11-10.

1996: The first ODI match played in Kenya takes place between the home team and Sri Lanka. The visitors win by seven wickets.

2013: Hawthorn beat Fremantle 77-62 to win the Australian Rules Premiership.