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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Lawrence Ostlere

US Ryder Cup-winning captain accuses Rory McIlroy of hypocrisy over fan behaviour

Ryder Cup-winning captain Paul Azinger has accused Rory McIlroy of hypocrisy after the European star criticised the “unacceptable” behaviour of American fans in New York.

McIlroy was on the receiving end of a barrage of insults and abuse through the three-day contest at Bethpage Black on Long Island, with US fans making constant remarks about his personal life and heckling during his swing routine. The MC stepped down from her role on the first tee and apologised after leading an offensive chant about McIlroy on Saturday morning.

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