Rory McIlroy appreciative after PGA chief apologizes for Ryder Cup abuse

Rory McIlroy Appreciates PGA Chief's Apology

Rory McIlroy received a personal apology from Derek Sprague, the CEO of PGA of America, for the abuse he and his wife endured during Europe's Ryder Cup victory in September.

Hostile Crowd and Incidents

During the event in New York, McIlroy was targeted by a hostile crowd, which included constant abuse and an incident where a beer was thrown at his wife, Erica McIlroy, hitting her on the hat.

Match Outcome

Europe narrowly defeated the United States with a score of 15-13, after a tense final day comeback.

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Additional Information

Author's summary: Rory McIlroy appreciated the apology from the PGA chief after facing hostility at the Ryder Cup, highlighting issues of crowd behavior and the significance of responsible sportsmanship.

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The Japan Times The Japan Times — 2025-11-06

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