8 h. ago Luke Donald eyes Ryder Cup history as he considers potential Tiger Woods showdown in 2027

Luke Donald has led Europe to victory in the last two editions of the Ryder Cup

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10 h. ago Luke Donald to hold talks with Ryder Cup executives as he eyes third tilt at captaincy

Donald in Dubai and to discuss Adare Manor in 2027 Potential captain Justin Rose expected still to playLuke Donald will hold talks with senior officials at the European Tour Group this week in Dubai, as the Englishman edges closer to a third stint as Europe’s Ryder Cup captain. While no announcement is imminent, there is a rising sense Donald will seek to make history by leading Europe to three Ryder Cup successes in a row.Donald, who is in the field for this weekend’s Dubai Desert Classic, has taken time to consider his position since Europe retained the trophy at Bethpage in September. The former world No 1 had already been the captain when Europe prevailed in Rome two years earlier. “I think it’s Luke’s if he wants it,” said Shane Lowry, a key member of the European team. The next Ryder Cup takes place at Adare Manor next year. Continue reading...

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14 h. ago Luke Donald urged to take 'huge dangling carrot' for 2027 Ryder Cup

Shane Lowry hoping former world No 1 will grab opportunity to make history at Adare Manor

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1 week ago Public urged to stay away as 26ft sinkhole opens up on sports field

The public have been urged to stay away after a huge sinkhole opened up in a sports field near the site of an underground construction project.

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1 week ago Leeds fire LIVE: Urgent warning to close doors and windows after huge blaze

Firefighters have descended on a scrapyard on Knowsthorpe Road in Cross Green, Leeds, following a fire said to have started at midnight, and nearby residents should be wary

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2 w. ago Millionaire tipped to be Reform UK leader in Scotland urged huge rise in immigration

EXCLUSIVE: Malcolm Offord has been accused of hypocrisy over a piece in 2021 in which he said immigration should be promoted in Scotland.

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3 w. ago Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy says Kyiv cannot win without US support as Putin orders advance in Zaporizhzhia

Ukrainian president calls latest talks with Trump productive; Zelenskyy says attack on Putin’s residence is ‘lies’. What we know on day 1,406Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said Ukraine cannot win its war against Russia without US support and accused Moscow of trying to sabotage peace talks after the Kremlin said it had foiled a Ukrainian drone attack on Vladimir Putin’s residence. Zelenskyy described the claim as “typical Russian lies” after his two-hour meeting on Sunday with Donald Trump in Florida, Luke Harding and Sammy Gecsoyler report. The Ukrainian president said Russia was “at it again” and using “dangerous statements” to undermine “diplomatic efforts” with the US to end the conflict. He added: “This alleged ‘residence strike’ story is a complete fabrication intended to justify additional attacks against Ukraine, including Kyiv, as well as Russia’s own refusal to take necessary steps to end the war.”Zelenskyy later said his Sunday meeting with Trump was productive. “Can we win with...

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3 w. ago Luke Donald provides update on Ryder Cup decision to remain Europe’s captain in 2027

Donald has led Team Europe to wins during both of his stints as captain, winning in Rome in 2023 as well as this year at Bethpage Black

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3 w. ago Huge blaze erupts at amusement park in seaside town as residents urged ‘close your doors and windows’

The blaze comes just a month after a fire at a neighbouring chippie

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3 w. ago Households warned forgetting 1 kitchen job could lead to 'tears' this Christmas

It's nearly Christmas and with many households preparing to cook up a huge festive feast, one expert is urging households to complete one kitchen task ahead of the big day

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4 w. ago Urgent warning to drivers as huge DVLA changes could see motorists fined hundreds

MILLIONS of drivers could be landed with hundreds of pounds in fines amid new DVLA rules. The motoring agency is rolling out multiple changes from the new year. If drivers don't comply with the regulations then a fine could quickly be arriving in the post. A more digital approach to enforcement means officials will be...

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