12 h. ago PGA chief to apologise to Rory McIlroy and wife Erica after Ryder Cup abuse ‘crossed the line’

McIlroy was a primary receiver of heckling and abuse on Europe’s way to a 15-13 win at Bethpage Black in New York

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20 h. ago PGA of America president belatedly admits US Ryder Cup fans ‘crossed line’ with abuse

Don Rea Jr writes letter to organization’s membersEuropean players and wives were verbally abusedThe president of the PGA of America, who had initially dismissed abuse directed at Europe’s players during this year’s Ryder Cup as no worse than at “a youth soccer game”, has issued an apology.“Let me begin with what we must own. While the competition was spirited – especially with the US team’s rally on Sunday afternoon – some fan behavior clearly crossed the line,” Don Rea Jr wrote in an email to PGA of America members. “It was disrespectful, inappropriate, and not representative of who we are as the PGA of America or as PGA of America golf professionals. We condemn that behavior unequivocally.” Continue reading...

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32 h. ago Rory McIlroy and wife Erica receive apology over vile Ryder Cup abuse... after Europe star was dubbed a 'hypocrite'

McIlroy was subjected to vile taunts throughout last week's golf showpiece in New York, while his partner was at one stage left in tears after being hit by a drink thrown from the crowd.

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52 h. ago Tyrell Hatton tells European supporters not to sink to level of US fans at Bethpage

Ryder Cup will be staged at Adare Manor in 2027‘I don’t really think insults are the way forward’Tyrrell Hatton has urged European supporters not to lower themselves to the level of US golf fans when the Ryder Cup heads to Adare Manor in 2027.Europe’s players were boorishly abused, with Rory McIlroy and his American wife, Erica, targeted for particularly vile treatment, as Bethpage turned ugly. Hatton, who secured the half in the Sunday singles that guaranteed victory for Europe, has told home fans not to seek retribution in Ireland in two years’ time. Continue reading...

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62 h. ago Rory McIlroy and wife told sorry by US golf chief after vile Ryder Cup abuse

PGA of America CEO issues heartfelt apology to McIlroy and the entire European team after Ryder Cup shame at Bethpage

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68 h. ago They weathered vile abuse from US Ryder Cup fans... But now insiders reveal strains STILL exist between Rory McIlroy and the steely wife he came close to divorcing last year

Amid the chaotic jubilation of Europe's Ryder Cup victory, there was something particularly striking about the three words Rory McIlroy uttered to his wife Erica Stoll.

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3 d. ago Golf news: Rory McIlroy slammed for Erica Stoll decision as Ryder Cup behaviour verdict given

The 2025 Ryder Cup delivered edge-of-your-seat drama as Team Europe edged to a 15-13 victory over the USA, but the event was marred by controversy and rowdy fan behaviour

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3 d. ago What Rory McIlroy whispered to wife Erica seconds after Europe won Ryder Cup amid disgraceful abuse from American fans

The duo had endured much tumult at Bethpage Black, a barrage of abuse from the American fans which saw McIlroy ordered to 'f*** off' and Stoll getting beer lobbed at her.

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3 d. ago Rory McIlroy blasted an 'insufferable baby' after refusing to play at Ryder Cup

Rory McIlroy took aim at Ryder Cup fans who threw a drink at his wife, Erica Stoll, and Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy has since weighed in on the controversy

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4 d. ago Tom Watson says he was ‘ashamed’ of US fans’ conduct at Ryder Cup

Apologises for ‘rude and mean-spirited behaviour’Crowd aimed abuse towards visiting players and familiesTom Watson, a legend of American golf, has apologised to Europe’s Ryder Cup contingent for the behaviour of spectators at Bethpage Black while admitting he was “ashamed” of what played out in the galleries. A dramatic European retention of the trophy, 15-13, was overshadowed by abusive behaviour towards visiting players and their families. Watson’s comments come after Rory McIlroy confirmed his wife, Erica, was hit by a beer thrown by a fan.“I’d like to congratulate Europe on their victory,” said Watson on X. “Your team play the first few days was sensational. More importantly, I’d like to apologise for the rude and mean-spirited behaviour from our American crowd at Bethpage. As a former player, captain and as an American I am ashamed of what happened.” Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Erica Stoll had to be defended by Ryder Cup stars after 'astonishing' amount of abuse

Rory McIlroy’s wife Erica Stoll had to be defended by Europe’s Ryder Cup stars after receiving ‘astonishing’ amounts of abuse and having a beer thrown at her

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4 d. ago Erica's last laugh: Rory McIlroy's wife grabs a champagne glass to sing about abusive USA fans

Rory McIlroy's wife, Erica Stoll, has had the last laugh after enduring three days of vile abuse from rowdy spectators at the Ryder Cup.

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4 d. ago Erica's last laugh: Rory McIlroy's wife grabs a champagne glass to sing about her husband being in abusive USA fans' heads

Rory McIlroy's wife, Erica Stoll, has had the last laugh after enduring three days of vile abuse from rowdy spectators at the Ryder Cup.

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4 d. ago Rory McIlroy held back after wife Erica hit by beer from Ryder Cup crowd

Rory McIlroy was held back by security after a flying beer from the Ryder Cup crowd hit his wife, Erica.

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4 d. ago Rory McIlroy’s wife Erica Stoll’s behaviour brought up by Ryder Cup stars

Rory McIlroy's wife was subject to abuse from Team USA fans during the Ryder Cup, with fellow Team Europe stars making their feelings known on how she handled herself

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4 d. ago Justin Rose and Shane Lowry comment on behaviour of Rory McIlroy’s wife during Ryder Cup

Rory McIlroy's wife Erica Stoll was the target of abuse from fans during the Ryder Cup, with fellow Team Europe stars Justin Rose and Shane Lowry making their feelings clear on how she handled herself

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4 d. ago Justice for 'humiliated' Erica McIlroy: Rory's wife emerges as real star of the Ryder Cup

There were many joyous winners at the Ryder Cup after Europe's dramatic triumph over the USA team - but some will no doubt feel it was 'humiliated' Erica Stoll who emerged truly victorious.

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4 d. ago I spent three days following Rory McIlroy at the Ryder Cup as the abuse rained down on him and wife Erica Stoll

The Ryder Cup was not 12 men against 12 men. It was 12 European players versus a US team that was joined with what amounted to thousands of hired thugs.

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4 d. ago Tearful Rory McIlroy sends out message to European fans for 2027 Ryder Cup after beer can aimed at wife Erica

Masters champion heaps praise on his wife for how she handled abuse from US fans at Bethpage Park

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4 d. ago Who is Rory McIlroy's wife Erica Stoll as golfer defends her after 'astonishing' abuse?

The European Ryder Cup team has condemned abusive behaviour from a small group of American fans at Bethpage, highlighting attacks on Rory McIlroy and his wife Erica

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