Rory McIlroy and his wife in tears over fan abuse in the USA.

According to The Sun: Rory McIlroy's wife could not hold back her tears and left the field after harsh insults from fans during the Ryder Cup in the USA.

The European golfer faced a wave of hatred during his game against Shane Lowry on Saturday.

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During the match, shouts like 'damn it, Rory' and insults about his family and personal life became increasingly common.

The athlete's wife, Erica Stoll, witnessed the harsh atmosphere during his play.

According to reports, one fan even threw a drink at her from the stands at Bethpage Black in New York.

At the end of the match, Rory was seen trying to comfort her on the 18th green.

According to The 42 from Ireland, it was too much for Erica, and she left the field in tears.

Those present noted that tears were streaming down her face during their walk off the field.

They walked hand in hand, with Rory trying to support her.

McIlroy admitted that after Saturday's game, he was 'exhausted' due to the accusations from American fans.

He showed excellent play alongside Lowry, securing another point for Team Europe.

Currently, Team Europe leads 11.5 to 4.5 ahead of the final day of singles matches.

How to Watch the Ryder Cup 2025

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The 45th Ryder Cup will take place from September 26 to 28, with Team USA eager to reclaim the title from Europe.

Scottie Scheffler and the American team will compete against Team Europe led by Rory McIlroy in New York.

The legendary Bethpage Black will be the venue for this exciting golf tournament.

In the USA, the broadcast will be conducted by NBC.

On Friday, the first matches will take place from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM ET on USA Network.

Saturday matches will occur at the same times on NBC.

Sunday singles matches will also be broadcast on NBC from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

Fans can subscribe to Fubo TV to watch the Ryder Cup on NBC channels.

Comments directed at Rory and his family during the Ryder Cup caused outrage among fans and players. Such incidents call into question the culture of support in sports and prompt reflections on how important it is to create a safe and respectful atmosphere during sporting events. While sports are competition, respect for players and their families should remain a priority.