Jon Rahm has accomplished just about everything in the world of golf. Twice a major champion while also standing as a winner around the world, the fiery Spaniard admitted ahead of this week's Open de Espana on the DP World Tour that none of those weeks were as difficult as the one he experienced at Bethpage Black as a member of the visiting European Ryder Cup team.
"That week in New York was mentally the toughest week of my career, but at the same time, it was the most fun I've had," Rahm said. "What happened there during those three days was something inhospitable. At times I couldn't believe it."
Since Europe's 15 to 13 victory at the 2025 Ryder Cup, PGA of America officials have issued apologies to the Europeans for the environment in Long Island. Many believe the actions of spect