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<p>PGA of America chief executive Derek Sprague believes abuse towards Team Europe and Rory McIlroy at this year’s Ryder Cup “crossed the line” (Mike Egerton/PA)</p>

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Ryder Cup abuse of European players ‘crossed the line’ – PGA of America chief

European players were on the receiving end of heckling and abuse on their way to a 15-13 win at Bethpage Black in New York last week.

<p>Matt Fitzpatrick has hit out at comments by PGA president Don Rea (Mike Egerton/PA)</p>

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Matt Fitzpatrick says PGA president’s comments are ‘offensive’ to European fans

<p>Tyrrell Hatton does not expect the Adare Manor Ryder Cup crowd to be as hostile as those at Bethpage (Mike Egerton/PA).</p>

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Tyrrell Hatton predicts Adare Manor crowd will not be ‘as hostile’ as Bethpage

Ryder Cup - Day Three - Bethpage Black Course

golf

Luke Donald endures ‘most stressful 12 hours’ as Europe hold on for victory

Ryder Cup - Day Three - Bethpage Black Course

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Shane Lowry hails ‘unbelievable’ day for his family after Ryder Cup win

Ryder Cup - Day Three - Bethpage Black Course

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Rory McIlroy calls for ‘higher standard’ after being subjected to crowd abuse

Ryder Cup - Day Two - Bethpage Black Course

Ryder Cup sparks fly as angry Bryson DeChambeau clashes with Tommy Fleetwood

DeChambeau got into the space of his European opponent.

Sat, 27 Sep, 2025

Ryder Cup - Day Two - Bethpage Black Course

Europe three points away from winning Ryder Cup outright after fiery day two

The defending champions won six of the eight points available on Saturday.

Sat, 27 Sep, 2025

Ryder Cup - Day Two - Bethpage Black Course

Rory McIlroy defies the hecklers to keep Europe’s Ryder Cup bid on track

World number two McIlroy was heckled throughout the second day by American supporters but held firm.

Sat, 27 Sep, 2025

Ryder Cup - Day Two - Bethpage Black Course

Rory McIlroy aims expletive at American fans and asks for respect at Ryder Cup

McIlroy hit back at American supporters after being subjected to heckling.

Sat, 27 Sep, 2025

Ryder Cup Golf

Luke Donald says flying start meaningless without Ryder Cup win

Donald insists making history on day one will count for little if his team do not go on to win the Ryder Cup.

Sat, 27 Sep, 2025

Ryder Cup - Day One - Bethpage Black Course

Rory McIlroy appears to make offensive gesture towards the crowd at Ryder Cup

It is currently not known what provoked the gesture.

Fri, 26 Sep, 2025

Ryder Cup - Day One - Bethpage Black Course

'Fleetwood Mac' help Europe take 3-1 lead at the end of Ryder Cup foursomes

Tommy Fleetwood and Rory McIlroy overcame Collin Morikawa and Harris English 5&4 in match three.

Fri, 26 Sep, 2025

Ryder Cup Preview - Wednesday September 24th

Keegan Bradley says gaffe during Ryder Cup opening speech was ‘honest mistake’

Bradley mistakenly named current Europe stalwart Justin Rose as the player that sunk a decisive putt in the 1997 Ryder Cup

Thu, 25 Sep, 2025

Ryder Cup Preview - Tuesday September 23rd

Crowd abuse a factor in my parents skipping Ryder Cup – Matt Fitzpatrick

Fitzpatrick has confirmed his parents have not travelled to watch him.

Thu, 25 Sep, 2025

Ryder Cup Preview - Tuesday September 23rd

Jon Rahm: Europe VR headsets weren’t creative enough to match American fan abuse

Spaniard not sure the headsets can match what will be thrown at European players

Thu, 25 Sep, 2025

Rangers Press Conference and Training - Rangers Training Centre - Wednesday September 24th

Russell Martin on intense Rangers scrutiny: In a perverse way, I’ve enjoyed it

Disgruntled Gers fans protested against Martin and chief executive Patrick Stewart outside and inside Ibrox on Saturday.

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

Ryder Cup Golf

Scottie Scheffler ‘excited to unleash’ Bryson DeChambeau at Ryder Cup this week

The United States team are ready to 'unleash' under-fire Bryson DeChambeau.

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

Take That bringing Circus Live tour from 2009 to Dublin next summer

Take That bringing Circus Live tour from 2009 to Dublin next summer

Nearly two decades later, the group will return to perform the original 2009 set list with a few surprises along the way.

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

World Athletics Championships 2025 - Day Two - Japan National Stadium

Josh Kerr cruises through as Jakob Ingebrigtsen goes out in 1500m shock

Defending champion Kerr comfortably saw himself through to Monday’s semi as the second-fastest from both the first heat and overall.

Sun, 14 Sep, 2025

Betfred British Masters 2025 hosted by Sir Nick Faldo - Day Four - The Belfry

Alex Noren finishes with a flourish to move into share of lead at Wentworth

European Ryder Cup team member Tyrrell Hatton was their closest challenger two strokes further back.

Sat, 13 Sep, 2025

BMW PGA Championship 2025 - Day Two - Wentworth Golf Club

Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry avoid cut trouble but off the pace at Wentworth

Viktor Hovland, who eagled the 18th for the second day running in addition to four birdies, was the clubhouse leader on 11 under.

Fri, 12 Sep, 2025

Nearby exoplanet's sulphur smell helps atmosphere study

Possible atmosphere identified around Earth-like exoplanet, sparking life debate

A team of researchers from the University of St Andrews has today published a study on planet TRAPPIST-1e, stating there may be oceans or any icy surface on it

Tue, 09 Sep, 2025

Denmark v Scotland - 2026 FIFA World Cup European Qualifiers - Group C - Parken Stadium

Scotland hold Denmark to goalless draw in opening World Cup qualifier

The hosts had long spells on top, but Steve Clarke’s side sporadically offered a real attacking threat before and after the break.

Fri, 05 Sep, 2025

British Grand Prix 2025 - Race Day - Silverstone

TV chef Gordon Ramsay reveals skin cancer treatment

TV chef Gordon Ramsay has said he has undergone treatment to remove skin cancer, thanking “incredible” health workers for their efforts. Ramsay, 58, said he had basal cell carcinoma, a non-melanoma form of skin cancer, removed, in a post on Instagram.

Sat, 30 Aug, 2025

Celtic v Livingston - William Hill Premiership - Celtic Park

Celtic complete signing of Michel-Ange Balikwisha from Royal Antwerp

The Belgian winger joins the Hoops just a couple of days after they missed out on the Champions League.

Thu, 28 Aug, 2025

Ryder Cup One Year to Go Press Conference - New York

Keegan Bradley heartbroken as US captain chooses not to play in Ryder Cup

Bradley, who has been in excellent form on the PGA Tour, had considered giving himself a wild card into the 12-man team that takes on Europe at Bethpage Black in New York.

Wed, 27 Aug, 2025

US Open Tennis

Jack Draper forced to pull out of US Open with arm injury

The British number one arrived in New York without having played a match since Wimbledon after being diagnosed with bone bruising in his left arm.

Wed, 27 Aug, 2025

Scotland v Wales - Guinness Women's Six Nations - Hive Stadium

Francesca McGhie bags hat-trick as Scotland begin World Cup with win over Wales

McGhie stole the show with a brilliant hat-trick.

Sat, 23 Aug, 2025

Women's Rugby World Cup - Team Welcome Ceremony - Rates Hall Manchester

World Cup final tipped to smash attendance record for women’s rugby match

The existing record for a women’s 15s fixture is 58,498.

Tue, 19 Aug, 2025

National Television Awards 2016 - Backstage - London

'Beware': Billy Connolly warns fans of scammers impersonating him online

The Scottish actor and TV presenter, 82, said his wife Pamela Stephenson had also been impersonated and reminded members of the public that the sound of his voice can be recreated with AI

Mon, 18 Aug, 2025

BMW Championship Golf

Scotland’s Robert MacIntyre holds three-shot lead at BMW Championship

The Scot is on the verge of joining Rory McIlroy, Tommy Fleetwood and Justin Rose in qualifying for Europe’s Ryder Cup team.

Fri, 15 Aug, 2025

The Open 2025 - Day Four - Royal Portrush

Rory McIlroy: 'I don’t think it’s possible to be a playing Ryder Cup captain'

The Northern Irishman, Europe’s leading points scorer in their victory in Rome two years ago, said the idea had already been raised with him but he rejected it out of hand

Wed, 13 Aug, 2025

St Jude Championship Golf

Justin Rose hunts Tommy Fleetwood’s lead at FedEx St Jude Championship

Fleetwood fired a one-under 69 in the third round, just edging out fellow Englishman Justin Rose.

Sun, 10 Aug, 2025

Cancer services

New AI tool could speed up skin cancer diagnoses in remote parts of world

Tess Watt said it is intended to enable early detection of skin conditions anywhere in the world, and without the need for direct access to dermatologists

Wed, 06 Aug, 2025

The BRIT Awards 2025

Calvin Harris welcomes first child with wife and radio presenter Vick Hope

The comments section was flooded with congratulations, though some expressed surprise at the choice of photographs the DJ shared

Mon, 04 Aug, 2025

2025 AIG Women's Open - Day Four - Royal Porthcawl

Miyu Yamashita wins first major at Women’s Open as Leona Maguire slumps to final round 79

Yamashita, who began the day leading by one from Kim A-lim, carded a steady final-round 70 in blustery conditions to land her first major title with an 11-under-par total of 277 at Royal Porthcawl

Sun, 03 Aug, 2025

Glastonbury Festival 2025

Lewis Capaldi says drummer was in ‘floods of tears’ at secret Glastonbury set

Lewis Capaldi has said his drummer was in “floods of tears” when he performed a secret set at Glastonbury Festival 2025, two years after the singer struggled to manage the symptoms of his Tourette syndrome at the festival.

Mon, 28 Jul, 2025

Trump visit to Scotland

Trump to cut 50-day Ukraine ceasefire deadline as Russian strikes continue

Donald Trump has suggested he will bring forward a deadline for Russia to agree a ceasefire with Ukraine as he met British prime minister Keir Starmer in Scotland.

Mon, 28 Jul, 2025

Luke Littler file photo

Luke Littler beats James Wade to win first World Matchplay crown in Blackpool

The 18-year-old set a new record of 64 180s for the tournament.

Sun, 27 Jul, 2025

ISPS HANDA Women's Scottish Open - Day Four - Dundonald Links

Lottie Woad fires final-round 68 to claim victory on her professional debut

Woad secured her maiden Ladies European Tour title earlier this month at the KPMG Women's Irish Open

Sun, 27 Jul, 2025

Trump visit to Scotland

Trump gets down to business with trade talks with European Commission president

Donald Trump will meet the president of the European Commission as work gets under way on a five-day visit to Scotland.

Sun, 27 Jul, 2025

44th Ryder Cup - Day Three - Marco Simone Golf and Country Club

Ryder Cup to return to Spain in 2031

The news was announced by the European Tour Group on Tuesday.

Tue, 22 Jul, 2025

South Africa v British and Irish Lions - Castle Lager Lions Series - Third Test - Cape Town Stadium

Wales appoint Steve Tandy as new head coach

His first match in charge will be on November 9 against Argentina in Cardiff.

Mon, 21 Jul, 2025

BetMGM Premier League - Play Offs - The O2

Luke Littler hammers Ryan Searle on World Matchplay debut

The Nuke was a 10-2 winner at the Winter Gardens.

Mon, 21 Jul, 2025

Australia v British and Irish Lions - Qatar Airways Lions Tour 2025 - Suncorp Stadium

Lions one win from ending wait – 5 things we learned from first Test

The British and Irish Lions dispatched Australia 27-19 in Brisbane on Saturday, where the scoreline failed to reflect their dominance.

Sun, 20 Jul, 2025

The Open 2025 - Day One - Royal Portrush

Home favourite Rory McIlroy falls short in bid for first-round Open lead

McIlroy had to settle for a one-over-par round of 70.

Thu, 17 Jul, 2025

The Open 2025 - Day One - Royal Portrush

Home favourite Rory McIlroy rewards fans with strong start at Royal Portrush

McIlroy reached the turn in two under par.

Thu, 17 Jul, 2025

The Open 2025 - Day One - Royal Portrush

Tom McKibbin and Nicolai Hojgaard take early lead at the Open

The highlight for the 22-year-old McKibbin, who learned his craft at Rory McIlroy’s Holywood Golf Club an hour down the road, was an eagle at the par-five seventh after teeing off in the first group at 6.35am.

Thu, 17 Jul, 2025

A young girl pictured having her eyes tested in Chichester, West Sussex, UK.

Routine eye scan could predict 10-year heart attack and stroke risk

Researchers used artificial intelligence (AI) to analyse digital retinal photographs, which are taken to capture images from the back of the eye to look for certain conditions

Thu, 17 Jul, 2025