Colin Montgomerie has been named as captain of the Europe team for the 2010 Ryder Cup at Wales' Celtic Manor.

The 45-year-old, an eight-time Ryder Cup veteran, was one of two leading contenders for the role along with 2008 vice-captain Jose Maria Olazabal.

"This is obviously one of my proudest moments," said the Scot.

"It is a huge responsibility having lost the last Ryder Cup. It is important we do everything we can to claim back the Ryder Cup in 2010.

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