Irish golfer Shane Lowry was involved in a heated incident at the Ryder Cup when he had a disruptive spectator removed from the event before expressing his frustration with explicit language. The unruly behavior of some home supporters, as reported by Sky Sports, was labeled as “nasty” towards European players like Rory McIlroy.
Lowry and McIlroy, though usually able to handle banter, reached their limit with one particular fan’s comments, leading Lowry to request security to escort the individual out. Concerns were raised by six-time Major champion Nick Faldo, urging Ryder Cup officials to address the issue.
Despite strong support from European fans, those supporting the US team seemed intent on creating a negative atmosphere, with their behavior impacting the players’ morale. Sky Sports’ Jamie Weir highlighted the challenge of playing amidst such negative energy, contrasting it with the positive support typically seen in European events.
McIlroy also faced an incident with a US fan yelling “FREEDOM” during his swing, prompting a profane response from the Northern Irishman. He later clarified that his reaction was due to the disruptive timing of the chant.
The atmosphere at the Ryder Cup has been tense, with players and officials calling for a more respectful environment to allow for fair competition.