Shane Lowry, the Irish golfer, took action against a disruptive spectator at the Ryder Cup, resulting in the ejection of the individual from the Bethpage Black course. Reports indicate that Lowry engaged in a heated exchange with a heckler, leading to the fan’s removal by security.
According to a report by Sky Sports, the behavior of some home supporters at the event was described as “nasty,” with prominent European players like Rory McIlroy facing verbal abuse from fans located near the course’s edge.
Despite being known to banter with spectators, Lowry decided to have one fan removed after a particularly offensive remark crossed the line during the competition. Nick Faldo, a six-time Major champion, expressed his displeasure over the incident and called for Ryder Cup officials to address the issue.
While European players have a strong traveling support, fans wearing red have been causing disturbances, creating a negative environment for the visiting team. Sky Sports correspondent Jamie Weir reported live from the venue, highlighting Lowry’s need to intervene in removing a disruptive fan.
Commenting on the impact of negative energy from fans, player Nikolai Hojgaard emphasized the difficulty in performing under such circumstances. The atmosphere at the event was deemed hostile towards the European players, affecting their ability to draw motivation from the crowd’s support.
In a separate incident, Rory McIlroy confronted a US fan who shouted during his swing, leading to a heated exchange where McIlroy responded sharply before continuing with his game. The golfer clarified that his reaction was provoked by the timing of the disruption rather than a general response to fans.
