top
PGA Chief to Apologize to McIlroy Family
Today, 15:04
- +

PGA Chief to Apologize to McIlroy Family

The insults directed at Rory McIlroy and members of the European team at the Ryder Cup tournament "crossed the red line." This was announced by Derek Sprague, executive director of the US PGA.

The European team won a 15-13 victory at Bethpage, repelling a strong comeback that the US launched at the last moment. But on the second day of the tournament, as Europe gained a seven-point lead, the pressure on McIlroy increased even more. Even the Irish star's wife, Erika McIlroy, was targeted by a beer bottle thrown by an American fan at the 17th hole.

"We were disappointed by what happened last week. There is no place for this kind of behavior in golf, especially in a prestigious competition like the Ryder Cup. We are not happy with what happened," Sprague told Golf Channel.

Rory McIlroy called the insults "unacceptable" and noted that such cases are completely unacceptable. While admitting that he had to respond to some spectators, he concluded with the words, "Overall, we handled the situation with dignity and silenced them with our performance."

Sprague announced that he is preparing to send an official apology letter to McIlroy and his family in the coming days. European captain Luke Donald told BBC Sport that many American fans told him they were "ashamed of their fans' behavior" and stressed that this issue should be seriously discussed in the future.


Author: Sean Kearns
Source: BBC Sport
Published: October 2, 2025

Qarabağ FK

Latest news

Football
Today, 17:20

Jordan Teze's goal against Manchester City is the best goal of his career

Others
Today, 17:18

Karabakh horses are sent to Turkey for the development of chovgan sports

Football
Today, 17:13

11,500 Football Players Registered to Participate in AFFA Leagues, 80% of Whom are in Lower Leagues

Gymnastics
Today, 17:05

III CIS Games: Azerbaijan concludes trampoline gymnastics competitions with 6 medals

Football
Today, 17:03

"Araz-Nakhchivan" - "Imishli": Live broadcast and starting lineups of the Misli Premier League Round VII

Football
Today, 17:01

"Araz-Nakhchivan" - "Imishli" match started: Lineups and score

Football
Today, 17:00

Ronaldo (Nazario) announces his team of the best players in football history: No Cristiano, Messi is included;

Others
Today, 16:56

Selection of Horses for Chovgan from Karabakh Equestrian Complex to Turkey

Olympics
Today, 16:51

Yaylagul Ramazanova Participated as a Referee in the Khankendi Tournament, Her Daughter Was Also With Her

Football
Today, 16:41

Emmanuel Addai: Scoring the goal of the day in the Champions League is a special feeling

Boxing
Today, 16:39

III CIS Games: Azerbaijani karate fighters reach the final, gold medal secured - UPDATED

Football
Today, 16:35

Aqil Nabiyev: Azerbaijan U-16 national team is ready for the final match against Russia

Formula 1
Today, 16:28

Lewis Hamilton Discussed Baku Grand Prix Incident with Charles Leclerc

Football
Today, 16:20

"Copenhagen" forward comments on the defeat against "Qarabag"

Olympics
Today, 16:16

Azerbaijani karatekas secured another gold medal at the 3rd CIS Games

Wrestling
Today, 16:16

Mirnuray Abasova promises to prepare better for a gold medal

Football
Today, 16:15

"Araz-Nakhchivan" - "Imishli": Starting Lineups Announced

Football
Today, 16:10

"Araz-Nakhchivan" - "Imishli": Lineups and Preview

Football
Today, 16:06

Awareness session on match-fixing held for Azerbaijan U-17 national team

Olympics
Today, 16:05

III CIS Games: Russian Taisia Larkina wins gold medal in fencing

Olympics
Today, 16:05

Azerbaijani delegation participates in EOC Seminar and Olympic Solidarity Forum

Boxing
Today, 16:01

Masvidal: Messi would have succeeded in the UFC too

Football
Today, 16:00

Misli Premier League: Three foreign players and one coach are suspended in the 7th round

Wrestling
Today, 15:50

Mirnuray Abasova: "I was sure I would win a medal at the III CIS Games, I am aiming for gold"