The PGA of America said a Ryder Cup master of ceremonies stepped down after video of an expletive-laced chant toward Rory McIlroy was posted on social media on Saturday, Sept. 27.
On Sunday, the PGA released a statement to BBC Sports announcing that comedian and actress Heather McMahan will not return to emcee the first tee on the final day at Bethpage Black. This decision follows her involvement in directing the crowd to participate in a chant directed at McIlroy.
‘Heather has extended an apology to Rory Mcllroy and Ryder Cup Europe and has stepped down from hosting the first tee of the Ryder Cup,’ the PGA of America’s statement said.
The atmosphere at the Ryder Cup has been rowdy, prompting McIlroy to curse out fans at one point during Saturday’s matches.
The European team heads into the final day of competition with a significant lead. Team Europe is leading 11.5 to Team USA’s 4.5 as the singles matches are set to tee off in a few hours.