Paul McGinley was this evening named as Europe's Ryder Cup captain for the 2014 competition at Gleneagles.
The Irishman was a popular choice amongst players and will have the task of successfully retaining the trophy that Europe memorably won at Medinah this autumn.
See below for some of McGinley's fellow professionals' reactions on Twitter to the appointment.
"Paul Mcginley Ryder Cup captain truly really happy that he has given the opportunity to captain the 2014 Ryder Cup team."
Ryder Cup specialist Ian Poulter
"Common sense prevailed in the end.... Paul McGinley 2014 European Ryder Cup captain!!! Couldn't be happier for him... Roll on Gleneagles"
World number one Rory McIlroy
"Congrats to Paul McGinley on your R/C Captaincy. Looking forward to our future competition. You're a class act."
McGinley's opposite number Tom Watson, who captains the US team
"I am sure that Paul will be a fantastic captain! Well done to him...and now it's time to work even harder to be part of his team!"
Italian Edoardo Molinari
"Heard the Ryder Cup news about McGinley... [Tom Watson] & the USA will be ready!!!!"
US player Dustin Johnson
"Congrats to Irishman Paul McGinley on being selected as European Ryder Cup Captain for 2014.Team player, players choice, my best."
Veteran nine-time major winner Gary Player
