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Paul Azinger: Rory McIlroy can’t have it both ways with fans

Former United States team captains have had mixed reactions to Rory McIlroy's comments last week at the Ryder Cup. While Tom Watson posted an apology on behalf of the U.S.

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PGA of America prez apologizes to Rory, Euros

PGA of America president Don Rea Jr. apologized to Rory McIlroy and the European Ryder Cup team for U.S. fan behavior that "clearly crossed the line" at Bethpage.

Golf News / EssentiallySports / October 2

John Daly’s Son Takes a Page Out of Charlie Woods’s Book Amid Form Resurgence

Tiger Woods‘s son is killing it at the junior level. But it’s John Daly‘s son who is stealing the spotlight at the moment. Charlie Woods has found great form recently as he is consistently finishing in the top 10 in various tournaments.

Golf News / ESPN / October 2

Albatross lifts Chatfield to 3rd Korn Ferry 59 of '25

Davis Chatfield made an albatross on the par-5 15th and closed with a 30-foot birdie putt for a 12-under 59 in the Korn Ferry Tour's Compliance Solutions Championship.

Tiger Woods News / HITC / October 2

Tiger Woods seen as logical favourite for USA Ryder Cup captaincy for two clear reasons

In the wake of Team USA’s disappointing Ryder Cup defeat in New York, Tiger Woods is now being discussed as a potential solution to their ongoing problems.

Peter Malnati News / Field Level Media / October 2

Peter Malnati (chest) WDs from Sanderson Farms

Peter Malnati withdrew from the Sanderson Farms Championship prior to the first round Thursday due to a chest injury. Scott Piercy replaced Malnati, who won the tournament in 2015 at the Country Club of Jackson in Mississippi.

Max Homa News / EssentiallySports / October 2

Max Homa Shares ‘Stressful’ Reality About His Life Amid Troubling PGA Tour Season

On August 4, 2025, Max Homa & his wife, Lacey, welcomed their second child to the world, Austin. And he couldn’t have been born at a better time. Just a few days before his birth, his father took an early exit from the Wyndham Championship after missing the cut to take a flight back home to watch him being born.

Matt Fitzpatrick News / Golf on ClutchPoints / October 2

Ryder Cup Europe’s Matt Fitzpatrick slam PGA of American leadership

Team Europe won the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, securing the first road victory in the event since 2012. Fans took the heckling over the line, according to multiple reports from on the ground.

Rory McIlroy News / Field Level Media / October 2

Ryder Cup emcee sorry for role in Rory McIlroy taunts

Ryder Cup emcee Heather McMahan has apologized for participating in a vulgar chant directed at Rory McIlroy last weekend. The comedian and actress stepped down from her role as master of ceremonies following the incident on Saturday at Bethpage Black in New York, where video footage caught her saying "f--- you, Rory" into a microphone.

Jose Maria Olazabal News / HITC / October 2

Jose Maria Olazabal gives his honest assessment on US Ryder Cup players after thrilling win

The United States came incredibly close to pulling off one of the greatest comebacks in sports history at the Ryder Cup last week, and some would say it was arguably the greatest.

Golf News / EssentiallySports / October 2

Brandel Chamblee Backs Luke Donald as He Rejects Keegan Bradley’s Call to Change the Envelope Rule

Brandel Chamblee isn’t holding back. On his podcast, the Golf Channel analyst and former PGA Tour winner backed the Ryder Cup’s long-standing substitution rule, calling it an essential safeguard for the event.

Keegan Bradley News / HITC / October 2

Keegan Bradley’s Ryder Cup call labelled as ‘absolute travesty’ by former PGA Tour player

Keegan Bradley came close to engineering one of the greatest sporting turnarounds in recent memory, but his time as Ryder Cup captain will still be viewed by many as a missed opportunity.

Golf News / HITC / October 2

Matt Fitzpatrick weighs in on Bryson DeChambeau’s behaviour during their Ryder Cup clash

Bryson DeChambeau may not have delivered a full point for Team USA on Sunday, but his performance still played a significant part in the team’s push to pull off what would have been an incredible comeback.

Nicolas Colsaerts News / HITC / October 2

Nicolas Colsaerts urges Ryder Cup rule changes after abuse from US fans

Unfortunately, crowd abuse was a major talking point during the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, where Europe managed to get past the USA. Several American fans were removed from the course after crossing the line with their treatment of the European players, who left New York not only with some bruises but also as champions.

Viktor Hovland News / HITC / October 2

Viktor Hovland’s caddie reveals truth behind Ryder Cup neck injury setback

Viktor Hovland pulled out of the Ryder Cup due to injury, but the manner in which it happened was controversial. In stepping aside, he handed Team Europe a half-point, who were already in a strong position heading into Sunday.

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Matt Fitzpatrick News / FirstSportz / October 2

Matt Fitzpatrick Slams PGA of America President Don Rea For 'Offensive' Ryder Cup Comments

Matt Fitzpatrick did not seem to like the words of Don Rea this week. The PGA of America President had some strong words regarding the fan behavior at the Ryder Cup last week in New York.

Rory McIlroy News / EssentiallySports / October 2

‘I Did Not Start…’: Ryder Cup Announcer Heather McMahan Defends Herself Amid Rory McIlroy Chant Backlash

It was supposed to be a dream gig. Instead, Heather McMahan‘s gig last weekend at Bethpage turned into an internet firestorm. The comedian and podcaster found herself at the center of a Ryder Cup controversy last weekend after being caught on video echoing a now-infamous chant aimed at Team Europe’s Rory McIlroy.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 2