Overview
- McMahan said on her podcast that she did not start the chant, called her participation a foolish mistake, and apologized to McIlroy and Team Europe.
- She was removed from her first-tee emcee role after video showed her joining the crowd’s expletive toward McIlroy over the microphone.
- Describing the scene as quickly turning toxic, McMahan said she tried to halt the moment and asked for music to be played to regain control.
- The PGA of America increased security around McIlroy’s group following incidents during Saturday’s session and into Sunday singles.
- European players reported abusive language from a minority of fans, McIlroy condemned the behavior after Europe’s 15–13 win, and viral clips kept scrutiny on event management.