Golf fans reckon Jon Rahm was to blame after Tyrrell Hatton was floored by the most immature prank in the book during Europe’s recce to Bethpage Black.
Hatton and his 11 European teammates arrived in New York 24 hours ago after the conclusion of the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth.
Over the next few days, the European team will familiarise themselves with the notoriously difficult course and test out potential pairings.
They’ll also get fit for their uniforms and listen to guest speakers, according to former Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley.
Captain Luke Donald confirmed the team played nine holes yesterday and 18 on Tuesday before heading into the city for a team dinner.
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Team Europe have been preparing for every eventuality.
A toxic and hostile reception from the New York crowd is anticipated. Donald sanctioned the use of VR headsets to help the team prepare.
Rory McIlroy let slip on the plan but refused to divulge what messages were relayed into his headset.
It wouldn’t be unreasonable to suggest Hatton may be targeted, given his propensity to run hot when things don’t go his way.
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Hatton has demonstrated he has the ability to remain calm under pressure, though, given his near miss at the 2025 US Open.
But if anyone really wants to throw him off his game, then all anyone needs to do is to simply let rip.
Literally.
Listen:
Amazing.
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It’s no surprise the aforementioned Rahm was accused of being the guilty party, given his close friendship with the Englishman.
Hatton joined LIV Golf in 2024, months after the duo played starring roles in the 2023 Ryder Cup victory in Italy.
“Rahm has deffo done that,” one X user commented. “That’s the pressure of the Ryder Cup,” another added.
No doubt we’ll find out whodunit soon enough.
The 2025 Ryder Cup will be played over 26-28 September.
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