Rory McIlroy Receives Apology After Ryder Cup Abuse
Rory McIlroy revealed that Derek Sprague, CEO of the PGA of America, personally apologized to him for the abuse he and his wife endured during the Ryder Cup in September.
During the event in New York, Europe secured a 15-13 victory over the United States after a strong final day comeback.
McIlroy faced intense hostility from the home crowd, which included continuous verbal abuse. At one point, a beer was thrown and struck his wife, Erica McIlroy, on her hat.
"PGA of America chief executive Derek Sprague sent him a personal apology for the abuse the Northern Irishman and his wife suffered during Europe's Ryder Cup victory in September."
Event Highlights
- Europe narrowly defeated the United States 15-13 in New York.
- McIlroy was targeted by hostile fans throughout the event.
- A beer was thrown at McIlroy's wife, hitting her hat.
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Author's summary: Rory McIlroy appreciated the PGA chief's apology after he and his wife experienced abuse from the hostile Ryder Cup crowd in September 2024.