US golfer explains ‘chaos’ comment amid Ryder Cup controversy

8 Oct 2025 • 7:12 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Golfer Collin Morikawa admitted that the behaviour of American fans at the Ryder Cup "crossed the line".
  • Morikawa denied responsibility for inciting the crowd, clarifying that his earlier comment about hoping for "absolute chaos" referred to energy, not rudeness.
  • European players, including Rory McIlroy's wife, experienced abuse from spectators, with beer reportedly thrown.
  • The PGA of America chief executive, Derek Sprague, indicated he would apologise to Rory McIlroy and the European team for the fan conduct.
  • Morikawa is currently in Japan for the PGA Tour’s Baycurrent Classic, where tee times have been brought forward due to warnings about Typhoon Halong.

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