Shane Lowry, a fiery Irish golfer, took action against a disruptive spectator at the Ryder Cup, leading to his own outburst. Reports confirmed that the heckler was removed from Bethpage Black following Lowry’s expletive-filled confrontation.
According to a Sky Sports report, European players like Rory McIlroy faced vile abuse from home supporters during the event. Despite Lowry and McIlroy’s willingness to engage, a particular comment prompted Lowry to request the removal of a fan by security.
Six-time Major champion Nick Faldo expressed frustration and called for Ryder Cup officials to intervene, as reported by the Daily Record. The European team had strong support from traveling fans, but individuals in red seemed focused on disrupting the event, affecting the players’ performance.
Live reports from Sky Sports’ Jamie Weir highlighted the tense atmosphere, stating that Lowry had to eject a fan due to disruptive behavior. Negative energy from the crowd made it challenging for European players to perform at their best, contrasting with the supportive environment typically seen in Europe.
During an earlier incident, McIlroy confronted a US fan who shouted “FREEDOM” just before his swing. In response, McIlroy halted the game and demanded silence from the disruptive fans, emphasizing that his reaction was due to the timing of the chant.
The ongoing clashes between players and spectators underscore the challenging environment at the Ryder Cup, where the behavior of some fans has created a negative atmosphere affecting the competition.