Padreig Harrington could not blame his European players for their hard work and dedication, and paid tribute to the “very strong” American team that won the Ryder Cup record win at Whistle Strait.

With a 19-9 win over Wisconsin, Harrington admitted that Steve Striker’s players were in a class of their own, but the Irishman insisted on enjoying his place as captain despite dropping the trophy in the most one – sided match of modern times.

“The team did everything I was asked to do,” Harrington said. “They worked well together, they worked hard together, had a good team spirit, and everyone tried 100%. This week a great team defeated us, a very strong American team that seems to be playing at the height of their abilities.

Padreig Harrington praised Steve Stricker for his good work

“They had a little bit of momentum, they got a few kicks, they had a lot of people behind them, so there were a lot of things that were very difficult to overcome. If he’s going to hit, he’s definitely a good captain.

Steve clearly made his plan. Regardless of their preparation, they did a good job, they came out well and kept the momentum going. It was hard to overcome. I think we did our job, but this is not our week. “

Harrington could not imagine what could have been done differently to change the effect, but he was happy to connect with the team and believed that John Rahm and Victor Howland would play a crucial role in Europe in the future.

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Ian Poulter, who acknowledged that the American team had “overtaken” the European team, explained why it was wrong to criticize Padrigh Harrington for the heavy loss.

“Look, it’s hard to be a captain,” he added. “You ‘re leaving as a player, you ask yourself, can you give me what you have to give as a captain? So, maybe what I’m getting out of it, I think I gave.

“I think I did what I had to do. I’m a very practical person, but I know I have to be more than that when you are the captain of the Ryder Cup. I think I was able to bring these people together. Well, we did not get the results we wanted, but I think we are a team, that The most important thing.

The team has youngsters who will be the heart of the team in the future. John Rahm, apparently; Victor – These are young people who have been there for a long time. But the team has a good heart.

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“Everyone is talking about experienced boys, but these players, who are at the very top of their careers, have a really strong heart. There are a lot of people in the middle of their careers right now who need to switch to their golf courses.

Harrington urged his players to avoid behaving harshly when reflecting disappointing performances in Wisconsin, forcing Europe to learn from their losses and return strongly to Italy within two years.

“Everyone here has given 100% and worked together this week. From this week on there is no one who has not given their heart and soul to this team. I will speak to each player individually. We do not. I am not indebted to anyone in this regard.

Harrington insisted that each of his players pay 100%

“Everyone tried, everyone wore it. You know, more rider cups are coming. Like I just said, most of them have the best part of their careers ahead, no doubt about it.

“So they don’t get away with it in any way. Hey, they haven’t given it 100 percent.” That’s all you have to ask the players. Did they do their job? Yes they will.

“It didn’t go well, but it happens in sports. Remember, if you want to experience these great times, you have to make up your mind to them, sometimes it won’t work. You got the head, this is the reality of the sport.

“If you put yourself out there you will have miserable days, and, if you stand by yourself, you will have these exciting days when you succeed.”