J.P. McManus means business: Adare Manor in County Limerick is set to become an absolute golf cauldron for the 2027 Ryder Cup, and the Irish property mogul is rolling out the red carpet so luxuriously that even the Scots are gushing. With his 840-acre estate and unparalleled hospitality, he is creating the perfect stage for a once-in-a-century event that will soon captivate Europe and the USA. The “Year to Go” preview recently brought together European Captain Luke Donald and US Captain Jim Furyk, while preparations are already in full swing.
Extensive course work and a colossal spectator setting are underway. The greens were completely revamped last year (2025), reseeded, and brought back to top-tier condition. A total of 20,000 grandstand seats are planned – almost double the number from Rome in 2023 – and approximately 50,000 golf fans are expected daily. The teams will also stay directly at the five-star resort, significantly enhancing the exclusive atmosphere.
Teeing Off into the Heart of Drama
The first hole at the 2027 Ryder Cup will be played from a forward tee, making this Par 4, at 294 yards (269 meters), reachable. This decision is no coincidence but is due to the construction of a horseshoe-shaped grandstand that will accommodate an impressive 6,500 spectators – even larger than the 5,000 seats in Rome.
Intense Captains' Duels and Record Chase
Luke Donald is chasing a triple: He aims to become the first captain ever to win three Ryder Cups in a row, following his triumphs in Rome in 2023 and New York in 2025. Jim Furyk returns as US Captain to erase the disgrace of 2018 in France. The stage is set for pure emotion and sporting drama at Adare Manor!
