FARMINGDALE, New York :Luke Donald survived what he called the most stressful 12 hours of his life to steer Europe to a rare away win at the Ryder Cup and their second straight title at Bethpage Black on Sunday, earning universal acclaim from fans and players.

The team in blue and gold led by a historic 11-1/2 to 4-1/2 margin through the first two days and held off a furious American fightback in the Sunday singles to win 15-13 on Long Island.

"He's the greatest captain I think that's ever lived," said Irishman Shane Lowry, who ensured Europe would retain the trophy by halving his match with American Russell Henley.

"He's the most amazing man in the world."

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