Rory McIlroy Curses at Rowdy US Fans in Ryder Cup

A heated moment occurred during the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black when Rory McIlroy swore at American fans who were heckling him while he was preparing to hit his approach to the 16th green.

McIlroy responded to the crowd's abuse by telling them to be quiet before making an impressive shot that led to a victory for Europe over the United States duo Harris English and Collin Morikawa.

Despite the tough atmosphere, McIlroy emphasized the importance of respecting players' focus during shots and requested the same treatment as the American team.

In a more positive interaction, McIlroy exchanged smiles and a thumbs-up gesture with a fan on the 16th green. His successful partnership with Tommy Fleetwood contributed to Europe's lead in the Ryder Cup.

During his afternoon match with Shane Lowry, disruptions from the crowd continued, prompting discussions with officials about the behavior of spectators.

McIlroy's past experiences with rowdy fans at Ryder Cup events have influenced his approach to handling crowd interactions, aiming to maintain focus and composure during play.

The atmosphere at Bethpage Black has seen instances of fan abuse towards visiting players, including McIlroy, Lowry, and MacIntyre, but has not reached the level of hostility seen in previous Ryder Cup events.

Ticket prices and the presence of a corporate audience at Bethpage have influenced the atmosphere, with Europe's strong performance helping to mitigate potential confrontations between fans and players.