Lowry on NY Fans: 'They Say Stupid Things Louder'

Professional golfer Shane Lowry shared his perspective on the often harsh treatment from New York golf fans. Reflecting on his own experiences during the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, where he and Rory McIlroy faced unacceptable abuse, Lowry drew parallels to Wyndham Clark's recent experience at the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills. Lowry described New York fans as "interesting," noting they tend to voice their thoughts loudly, regardless of their merit.

Despite the difficult atmosphere, Lowry is against the idea of banning Long Island from hosting future PGA Tour events and major championships. He acknowledged that while they knew what to expect at Bethpage, the intensity of the abuse was greater than anticipated. Lowry believes that attempts to change fan behavior before events are unlikely to succeed, suggesting that such vocal crowds are an inherent part of participating in tournaments on Long Island.