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European Ryder Cup Stars Defend Fans, Dismiss Bethpage vs. Rome Crowd Comparisons

European Ryder Cup Stars Defend Fans, Dismiss Bethpage vs. Rome Crowd Comparisons

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open on Thursday due to illness, tournament officials said. Feeling unwell, he pulled out before his round and will be re-evaluated ahead of upcoming events.

European Ryder Cup players pushed back against comparisons between the rowdy Bethpage crowd and Rome, saying the atmospheres are different and that such criticism unfairly paints fans as partisan. Team leaders urged a focus on the golf – not the labels

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Bethpage Black’s Most Unforgettable Ryder Cup Moments: Triumphs, Tensions, and Turning Points

Bethpage Black’s Most Unforgettable Ryder Cup Moments: Triumphs, Tensions, and Turning Points

LIV golfers given a qualification path to The Open: organizers have rolled out a new system that lets LIV players earn spots through designated events and clear ranking thresholds – a landmark shift in access to one of golf’s biggest stages.

Bethpage Black produced 10 unforgettable Ryder Cup scenes – from electrifying comebacks to raw on-course clashes – that captured the event’s highs and lows, where bravery and controversy together wrote the story

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Ryder Cup Controversy: Luke Donald Slams U.S. Fans for Unsportsmanlike Behavior

Ryder Cup Controversy: Luke Donald Slams U.S. Fans for Unsportsmanlike Behavior

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
Golf’s governing bodies have unveiled a new route for LIV Golf players to qualify for The Open, using designated events and specific ranking criteria. The move is designed to promote greater integration and opportunity – but it’s also likely to reignite debate among traditionalists who worry about changing the established order.

Donald: U.S. fans “crossed a line” at Ryder Cup:
Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald blasted sections of the U.S. crowd, saying their conduct “crossed a line,” and urged fans to show respect for the players and the spirit of the competition. Officials are now weighing tougher measures to curb misconduct and protect the tournament’s integrity

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They said ‘F–k you Rory’ — and it created a Ryder Cup monster

They said ‘F–k you Rory’ — and it created a Ryder Cup monster

Fowler (illness) WDs from WM Phoenix Open:
Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open due to illness, tournament officials confirmed. He exited before the weekend, seeking recovery and monitoring his fitness for upcoming events.

They said ‘F–k you Rory’ – and it created a Ryder Cup monster:
Heard chants of ‘F–k you Rory’, the slur ignited fury and focus, forging a Ryder Cup ‘monster’-a united, aggressive European side whose fire and cohesion overwhelmed opponents and reshaped the contest.

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McIlroy and Lowry Silence Critics with Stunning Comeback Victory

McIlroy and Lowry Silence Critics with Stunning Comeback Victory

Fowler (illness) WDs from WM Phoenix Open:
Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open on Friday after battling an illness that left him unable to continue. Persistent symptoms forced him to abandon the event and undergo medical evaluation, tournament officials said.

Fans target McIlroy, Lowry, who fire back with win:
Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry brushed off crowd jeers and criticism, then answered on the course with a calm, commanding performance. Their composed, decisive victory not only secured the title but also shut down doubters, team sources said

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McIlroy Fires Back at Hecklers, Delivers Clutch Ryder Cup Victory

McIlroy Fires Back at Hecklers, Delivers Clutch Ryder Cup Victory

Fitzpatrick stormed home with a record-equalling 66, holding his nerve in a composed final round to fend off rivals and capture the DP World Tour title in a landmark Sunday triumph.

Rory McIlroy snapped at persistent hecklers with an expletive-laced rebuke but brushed it off, remaining razor-focused on his game – his calm, controlled performance ultimately helping seal the Ryder Cup win

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McIlroy lauds Djokovic’s ‘handling’ of unruly fans

McIlroy lauds Djokovic’s ‘handling’ of unruly fans

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open on Thursday due to illness, tournament officials confirmed, ending his bid as medical staff evaluate his condition.

Rory McIlroy praised Novak Djokovic for calmly handling unruly fans during a tense match, saying the champion’s composure under pressure set a strong example.

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