Tuesday 7 October 2014 12:40, UK
Paul McGinley has been named Race To Dubai European Tour Golfer of the Month for September.
Europe's victorious Ryder Cup captain was chosen ahead of team member Jamie Donaldson, who secured the winning point at Gleneagles.
Paul Casey, David Lipsky and Joost Luiten - all winners on the Tour - were also considered, but McGinley earned the support of a panel comprised of golf writers and broadcasters.
Derek Lawrenson, Chairman of the Association of Golf Writers, said: "How good to see Paul Casey and Joost Luiten return to the winners’ circle in September. Here are two men who will surely come in for serious consideration for Europe’s next Ryder Cup team, while congratulations to David Lipsky for his fairytale success.
"But this was a month dominated by the Ryder Cup and it is only right the award should go to captain Paul McGinley on behalf of the victorious European team, while also recognising the Irishman’s magnificent contribution to the 16½ - 11½ success.
"McGinley got his deserved reward for an 18-month stint where he performed the role with admirable diligence and immense patience and craft."
McGinley said: "I feel like there are 12 winners of the Golfer of the Month award rather than me, but I’m delighted to accept this award on behalf of those 12 players who represented Europe so magnificently. I'm very honoured and humbled to have been their Ryder Cup captain."
Sky Sports News HQ reporter James Haddock said: "The style of Paul McGinley’s captaincy and his meticulous preparation and attention to detail have heralded a new era of how to do the job of leading Team Europe in the Ryder Cup."
