Matt Fitzpatrick says PGA president was ‘bitter’ during Ryder Cup trophy presentation
PGA president’s Ryder Cup comments dubbed ‘offensive’
- Matt Fitzpatrick has accused PGA president Don Rea of bitterness during the Ryder Cup trophy presentation on US soil.
- Rea's brief congratulatory message stated Europe “retained” the cup, which Fitzpatrick and Justin Rose found unheartfelt, as Europe had actually won it.
- Fitzpatrick also deemed “offensive” Rea's suggestion that the hostile reception from US crowds was comparable to European fans in Rome two years prior.
- The hostile crowd behaviour included a beer being thrown, hitting Rory McIlroy's wife, Erica; USA captain Keegan Bradley refused to condemn the fans.
- Fellow European player Tyrrell Hatton expressed hope for a more respectful atmosphere at the 2027 Ryder Cup in Ireland, rather than a return of insults.