Overview

• Rory McIlroy twice halted his pre-shot routine and told spectators to “shut the f*** up” after jeers continued while he stood over the ball.
• He was booed and heckled across Friday and Saturday sessions, at times refusing to hit until the noise subsided and play could proceed.
• The PGA of America increased security, ejected multiple attendees, and stationed a reported 20 police officers around the 10th tee to restore order.
• Players stepped in on course, with teammate Sam Burns raising his hand to calm the crowd and American Justin Thomas repeatedly signaling for quiet.
• On-course reporter and ex-tour pro Johnson Wagner said comments toward McIlroy left observers ‘horrified,’ while U.S. captain Keegan Bradley described fans as passionate but acknowledged some crossed a line.