Summary
Abuse aimed at golfer Rory McIlroy and the European team during the Ryder Cup was described as excessive by the PGA of America chief executive. The abuse included verbal assaults and a physical incident involving McIlroy's wife. The PGA plans to apologize to McIlroy and his family for the events.
Key Facts
- Rory McIlroy faced verbal abuse during the Ryder Cup.
- The European team managed to win against the United States with a final score of 15-13.
- McIlroy's wife, Erica, was hit by a drink thrown by a fan.
- The PGA of America chief, Derek Sprague, stated the behavior was unacceptable.
- Sprague intends to apologize to McIlroy and his family.
- McIlroy responded to the abuse by eventually confronting a spectator.
- McIlroy described the abuse as "unacceptable" and "off-limits."
