Rory McIlroy was heckled during the 2025 Ryder Cup held at Bethpage Black, New York, primarily by American fans aiming to distract and rattle European players. The heckling included vulgar insults, chants calling him a "choker" and "ugly," as well as personal and offensive remarks targeting his family, nationality, and even homophobic slurs. The abusive behavior escalated to the point where McIlroy's wife was hit by a thrown beer cup. McIlroy spoke out against the unacceptable and abusive behavior, calling for higher standards in golf fan conduct. The intense heckling caused delays and required an increased police presence to manage the crowd and protect players. Despite the hostile crowd, McIlroy remained a key player in Europe's eventual 15-13 victory over the United States. He expressed disappointment in the lack of respect and etiquette shown by some fans during the event.