Rory McIlroy spoke about the vicious abuse he and his European squad endured throughout the Ryder 2025 Cup, a tournament they won 15-13 over America.

Although the victory was a historic one for Europe, the abuse from some fans overshadowed their victory, prompting McIlroy to urge a transformation in terms of fan attitudes.

McIlroy Encounters Fan Abuse During Ryder 2025 Cup

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Throughout the event at Bethpage Black, McIlroy faced a barrage of offensive chants and verbal abuse, particularly from local New York fans. The situation reached a low point when McIlroy's wife, Erica, was hit by a thrown beer during Saturday's play, Golf Monthly reported.

Responding, McIlroy denounced the behavior, saying that golf needs to maintain a higher standard.

"I think golf should be held to a higher standard than what was seen out there this week. Golf has the ability to unite people. Golf teaches you very good life lessons. It teaches you etiquette. It teaches you how to play by the rules. It teaches you how to respect people."

Shane Lowry's Emotional Moment

Shane Lowry, who is a close buddy of McIlroy, recounted his own experience seeing the abuse directed at Erica McIlroy. He commended her for keeping her calm in adversity, observing the incredible amount of disrespect she had been given.

Lowry's stunning tie with Russell Henley, which garnered Europe's 14th point, was the turning point towards the win. Speaking of the mental pressure of the match, Lowry revealed it was the hardest couple of hours of her life. She couldn't believe that the ball went in.

After the incident, Ryder Cup MC Heather McMahan apologized to McIlroy and Ryder Cup Europe. According to The Guardian, she was spotted spearheading the "foul-mouthed" chant for Rory McIlroy.

The PGA of America issued an apology regarding the incident after 20 hours.

U.S. Captain Keegan Bradley Criticizes Ryder Cup Rules

After the loss, U.S. captain Keegan Bradley voiced frustration over the current Ryder Cup rules, particularly the rule awarding half-points before Sunday's singles matches due to Viktor Hovland's injury. He said that the rule "must be changed" for the next Ryder Cup because he found it unfair.