THE champagne flowed amid wild celebrations at Marco Simone Golf Club as Team Europe smashed the USA to regain the Ryder Cup.
Zach Johnson’s Americans staged a late comeback but the Europeans held their nerve to secure a 16.5-11.5 win.
An emotional Rory McIlroy was left tearful after his final day singles victory over Sam Burns as he sent Luke Donald’s men within touching distance of glory.
Tommy Fleetwood eventually wrapped it up as fans charged onto the fairway and some even dived into the lake.
The Europeans popped open a bottle of champagne instantly as McIlroy took a well-earned swig.