Rory McIlroy Appreciates Apology from PGA Chief
Rory McIlroy received a personal apology from Derek Sprague, the chief executive of the PGA of America, following abuse directed at McIlroy and his wife during the Ryder Cup.
Hostile Reception at Ryder Cup
During the September Ryder Cup in New York, where Europe narrowly defeated the United States 15-13, McIlroy was targeted by a hostile home crowd. The continuous abuse reached a disturbing level when a beer was thrown at his wife, Erica McIlroy, striking her hat.
"Rory McIlroy said 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."
Europe’s Victory and Crowd Behavior
- Europe held on to win 15-13 after a strong U.S. comeback on the final day.
- McIlroy became the focus of negative attention from the crowd throughout the event.
- The abuse included verbal insults and an incident where a beer was thrown at his wife.
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Author’s summary: Rory McIlroy welcomed an apology from the PGA after enduring abuse, including a beer thrown at his wife, during Europe’s close Ryder Cup win in New York.