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Gary Player Clarifies Ryder Cup 'Abolish' Remark, Citing Bethpage Fan Abuse

The 90-year-old says his comments were a warning that recent crowd behavior could jeopardize the competition's future.

Overview

  • Player issued a Nov. 5 statement on X saying he does not want the Ryder Cup ended and was cautioning that misconduct could put it at risk.
  • His clarification followed interviews in which he called the event the “worst” and said it should be “scrapped” or “abolished,” pointing to heavy drinking and profanity.
  • He wrote that he loves the match-play format and respects the organizers, urging growth that preserves dignity and respect among players and fans.
  • Reports from Bethpage included abuse directed at European players and Rory McIlroy’s wife as Europe won 15–13 in New York.
  • Player said he is helping design a course at Luton Hoo outside London with the goal of meeting criteria for a future Ryder Cup venue, with 2035 under consideration.