Summary
The article discusses fan behavior at the Ryder Cup event at Bethpage Black, where some fans were particularly hostile toward European golfers. PGA of America President Don Rea downplayed these actions, comparing them to usual excitement at major sports events. Tyrrell Hatton, a golfer, disagreed and believed the fan behavior was notably worse than in previous events like the one in Rome.
Key Facts
- Team Europe won the Ryder Cup against the American team.
- Hostile fan behavior toward Team Europe was reported at Bethpage Black.
- Justin Thomas and Rory McIlroy's wife, Erica Stoll, were affected by fan actions.
- Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry asked for certain fans to be removed.
- PGA of America President Don Rea stated this behavior is typical of major sporting events.
- Golfer Tyrrell Hatton felt the fan behavior was worse compared to the Rome event.
- The Ryder Cup is a major international golf competition between Europe and the United States.
