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Rory McIlroy Calls Ryder Cup Fan Treatment of Daughter 'Horrific'
McIlroy criticized USA captain Keegan Bradley for not addressing the abuse from a minority of 500 fans in a 50,000-strong crowd during Ryder Cup matches.
- Last year, Rory McIlroy recounted severe verbal abuse aimed at Team Europe during the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, including horrific insults about his daughter Poppy across three intense days.
- McIlroy blamed a mob mentality among 50,000 people on Friday and Saturday, warning that 500 'bad eggs' can skew the atmosphere in a tightly packed layout.
- Police and security teams, including dog handlers, were deployed during Saturday afternoon matches while some American players intervened as McIlroy recalled `Let's try to play this match in the right spirit.`
- McIlroy said USA captain Keegan Bradley had the biggest platform and `could have said something` on Friday or Saturday but did not, adding they discussed the matter directly.
- With captaincy discussions ongoing, Luke Donald faces calls to remain as Europe captain for the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor, with preparations starting early and announcements expected in the coming weeks.
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"It's horrific" - Rory McIlroy reveals his daughter fell victim to fan abuse during the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black
Rory McIlroy has claimed that a few fans crossed the line during the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, as abusive comments were directed at his wife, Erica Stoll, and their five-year-old daughter, Pop
Rory McIlroy opens up on 'horrific' abuse aimed at five-year-old daughter by Ryder Cup fans - The Mirror
Rory McIlroy has spoken out about the horrendous abuse he received at The Ryder Cup with the The Masters champion revealing even his five-year-old daughter Poppy was a target
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- 38% of the sources lean Left, 37% of the sources lean Right
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C 25%
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