Overview

• The Shotgun Start posted the hotel clip on X on Oct. 9, with reporter Tom Kershaw credited for first reporting its existence.
• The performance happened hours after European players faced taunts and a beer was thrown at Rory McIlroy’s wife, Erica Stoll, during Saturday’s sessions.
• Rea had downplayed the abuse by saying such things can happen and comparing the crowd to a youth soccer game, a stance that drew player pushback including from Matt Fitzpatrick.
• The video quickly went viral and drew widespread media and social-media reaction, renewing scrutiny of PGA leadership and its handling of fan behavior.
• Rea later issued a formal apology on Oct. 3, according to prior reports, as Europe retained the Ryder Cup 15–13 despite a U.S. Sunday rally that finished 8.5–3.5.