Overview
- McIlroy said he heard “horrific” taunts about his five-year-old daughter and described a hostile environment that exceeded his expectations in New York.
- He recounted telling partners to spend the week in New York City to avoid abuse but said they insisted on attending to support the team.
- The Northern Irishman said Bradley had opportunities on Friday and Saturday nights to publicly call for restraint from home fans and did not do so.
- McIlroy cited a “mob mentality” with crowds of around 50,000, noting that a small fraction of abusive spectators skewed the atmosphere, and said Sunday felt calmer as fans were more dispersed.
- Team Europe won 15-13 at Bethpage Black, and McIlroy’s remarks have refocused attention on safeguarding players’ families and planning for the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor.