Europe Overcomes Hostile Bethpage Crowd to Win 15-13 Ryder Cup

Tyrrell Hatton revealed the intense verbal abuse he and other European players endured from American fans during the 2024 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, including insults about his height, hairline, and weight. The hostile environment also targeted Rory McIlroy and his wife Erica Stoll, who faced slurs and even had a drink thrown at her, highlighting the toxic atmosphere despite increased security. While US Ryder Cup officials compared the crowd's behavior in New York to previous incidents in Rome, Hatton strongly disputed these comparisons, insisting that the New York hostility was far worse. The PGA of America apologized for the conduct of the fans, but some European players criticized the organization's handling of the situation. Hatton also spoke about the emotional toll of the abuse and how he managed to keep his composure during the matches, though he found the singles matches more challenging. Despite the negativity, Team Europe secured a 15-13 victory on foreign soil, a rare away win for the team.