Matt Fitzpatrick hits back at PGA President over Ryder Cup claims – ‘That’s offensive’
European golf star Matt Fitzpatrick didn’t hold back when responding to PGA of America President Don Rea’s comments about fan behavior at the 2025 Ryder Cup — calling the comparison “pretty offensive” to European
In this video, we break down:
What De Rea said (comparing U.S. crowd behavior to Rome)
Fitzpatrick’s reaction and exact word
The trophy presentation controversy & perceived insincerity
Why this matters for golf governance & fan conduct moving forward
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Matt Fitzpatrick was a key figure for Europe at the 2025 RDER Cup, but the event will be remembered for the abuse Rory Mroy received from American fans. Matt Fitzpatrick claimed PGA President Don Ray appeared bitter when he handed over the Ryder Cup to team Europe following their triumph at Beth Paige Black. During the 2025 RDER Cup, Fitzpatrick contributed two and a half points as Europe secured victory on American territory for the first time since Medina in 2012. He began brilliantly partnering with Ludvig Aberg to shock world number one Scotty Sheffller and Russell Henley. The United States mounted a spirited comeback on Sunday, but Shane Lowry’s putt for a half-point clinch triumph as Europe prevailed 15-13. Whilst the victory will remain etched in European memory, the 45th Rder Cup will be recalled for the shocking abuse directed at Rory Mroy, reports the Mirror US. The Northern Irishman endured deeply personal attacks with spectators frequently disrupting him as he prepared shots whilst his wife Erica had a beer hurled at her. Even a commentator encouraged an X-rated chant targeting Mroy. According to Fitzpatrick, the contempt Americans harbored towards their opponents even reached PGA President Ray. Fitzpatrick questioned Ree sincerity during the trophy ceremony as Europe claimed their first Rder Cup victory on foreign soil since Medina in 2012. Speaking to journalists before his participation at the Alfred Dunnhill links, Fitzpatrick said, “I don’t want to speak for everyone, but we felt a bit of bitterness during the trophy presentation and handshake. Me and Rosie, Justin Rose looked at each other thinking the congratulations didn’t feel very heartfelt. He said we only retained it, but actually we won it. Ry favorably compared the US fans to Europe support in Rome two years earlier, suggesting there wasn’t a huge difference between the two. Fitzpatrick staunchly opposed such a
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Well said, Matt, totally correct on all points. Rea is a disgrace, as are US so called "fans" of golf
Reid must step down or get fired. He is not worth representing Golf.