Ryder Cup reaction: Europe hold off an incredible US fightback to claim historic 15-13 victory - watch Nicky Campbell's show
Europe had led by seven points before Sunday's singles; no side had ever come from more than four points back to win
But six home players registered wins, with Ludvig Aberg the only European to win his match, before Tyrrell Hatton - playing in match 10 - got Europe to 14½ points, to win their first away Ryder Cup in 13 years
The weekend had been filled with drama and controversy with what Rory McIlroy described as 'unacceptable and abusive behaviour' from some supporters
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I’ve swung all w/e between watching the British/Rugby crowds display awesome respect and behaviour at Twickers to dreadful abusive behaviour at the golf. I’d be ashamed if I was an American at how they represented themselves and their country.
Mrs Cookee
More from Rory McIlroy on fan behaviour at the Ryder Cup in New York, and how he tried his best to keep his cool:
"Look, it was a rough week for all of us. But at the same time, we shut them up by our performance and how we played, and we tried to - I chirped back a few times because it got to me a few times, but we tried to handle everything that came our way with class and poise, and for the most part, I felt like we did that.
"There was a lot of language that was unacceptable and abusive behavior.
"Look, it's a minority of the crowd. It's not the majority. The majority of people here are true golf fans and are respectful and let both teams have the same chance to hit the shots and play a fair contest.
"But you know, there was a small subset of people that behaved a little bit differently than that."
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Right, back to this morning's main debate - did the US supporters at the Ryder Cup go to far?
BBC Radio 5 Live's Nicky Campbell is hosting a phone-in on that very subject this morning.
We're streaming the show now, so you can follow it live by clicking on the play icon at the top of this page.
Craig Nelson
BBC Sport reporter
I don't think I am sticking my neck out here, Sue, by saying that FA Cup winners Crystal Palace and Fifa Club World Cup victors Chelsea may not be amongst the favourites for this one, as impressive as their achievements were.
But how you choose between the other three - Ryder Cup winners Europe, Sarina Wiegman's European Championship-winning Lionesses and the Red Roses, following Saturday's World Cup success - is anyone's guess.
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Interesting to see who wins the BBC Sports team of the year. We now have the Ryder Cup team to add to the Lionesses, the Red Roses, Crystal Palace, Chelsea and the list goes on. A great year in sport. Looking forward to December.
Sue
Before we focus back on the question of fan behaviour at the Ryder Cup, Sue has an important sporting question to ask...
A busy morning full of reaction as we expected so, before we focus on Nicky Campbell's Ryder Cup phone-in, which is being streamed at the top of the page, here's a round-up of the key lines:
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Well done Europe. I felt sorry that the so-called USA fans walked out and didn't applaud their team's magnificent performance in the singles. Too busy shouting abuse instead of cheering on their players.
Elaine
Shane Lowry's great friend and playing partner Rory McIlroy insisted that similar behaviour from fans of any nation must not be accepted at future Ryder Cups.
"Look, I don't think we should ever accept that in golf. I think golf should be held to a higher standard than what was seen out there this week.
"So no, this should not be what is acceptable in the Ryder Cup. But you know, we will be making sure to say to our fans in Ireland in 2027 that what happened here this week is not acceptable.
"And for me, it's, you know, come and support your home team. Come and support your team.
"I think if I was an American, I would be annoyed that people - I didn't hear a lot of shouts for Scottie today, but I heard a lot of shouts against me. It's like, support your players. That's the thing."
It was a real rollercoaster for Shane Lowry, who somehow stayed strong in the face of fan abuse to focus on the golf, and eventually pulled Europe over the line...
Craig Nelson
BBC Sport reporter
The expectation, Jim, is that the next Ryder Cup, at Adare Manor in County Limerick in 2027, will be played in an entirely different atmosphere.
Irishman Shane Lowry was asked whether he was looking forward to Adare Manor after sinking the putt that ensured Europe retained the trophy.
He told BBC Sport that he expected playing on home soil "would be a little bit nicer than in New York"...
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Fantastic achievement by Europe. I have played and watched golf for many years but I have never witnessed anything so disgusting as the behaviour of America spectators. Disgusting. I can see big problems when the next match is played in Ireland.
Jim
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Considering the post we have just published about the abuse suffered by Rory McIroy's wife, this is, of course, a rhetorical question.
BBC Radio 5 Live's Nicky Campbell will be hosting a Ryder Cup phone-in and wants your thoughts on the behaviour of home fans with their hostile treatment of team Europe.
We're streaming the show at the top of this page from 10:00 BST.
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What's the answer to stopping idiots attending competitions? Ban alcohol? Have police that actually escort loudmouths from the course rather than just having a presence? Only allow members of golf clubs to buy tickets? I hope something is sorted form the 2027 match or it will doubtless be the same.
Paul
Image source, Getty ImagesThe abuse Rory McIlroy suffered on the course extended to his family off it on Saturday, with the five-time Major winner confirming his wife Erica had a drink thrown over her by American fans.
McIlroy discussed the incident on Sunday, after victory was confirmed: "Erica is fine. She's a very, very strong woman. You know, she handled everything this week with class and poise and dignity like she always has. I love her and we're going to have a good time celebrating tonight."
Justin Rose added: "Can I just pick up on that, if you don't mind, because I actually had no idea that Erica had a beer thrown at her yesterday, so fair play to Erica.
"She didn't bring that to the team room. We didn't make that a big deal. That's news to me. That says a lot about the strength of Erica and everybody on this team."
McIlroy's friend and playing partner Shane Lowry concluded: "I was out there for two days with Erica McIlroy, and the amount of abuse that she received was astonishing and the way she was out there supporting her husband and supporting her team was unbelievable - kudos to her for that."
Rory McIlroy, as Europe's highest-ranked player, standard-bearer and spokesman, was undoubtedly targeted the most by American fans at Bethpage Black.
McIlroy and playing partner Shane Lowry received crude barbs - related to romantic relationships and their appearance - as well as the home fans ignoring golfing etiquette by shouting out as they were about to hit their ball.
It all came to a head on Saturday, as Europe went about building what proved to be an unassailable seven-point lead.
Lowry had to be restrained from confronting a fan on the 10th tee. McIlroy, who was forced to back away from shots and eventually snapped, swearing at a fan, described the whole experience as a "really challenging day".
"What I consider crossing the line is personal insults and making sounds when they are trying to hit on their backswings or very close to when they are trying to go into their routines," said European captain Luke Donald.
"That did happen a little bit. It's happened at other Ryder Cups.
"It's something we prepared for and I can see how well [McIlroy and Lowry] have dealt with it."
The pair eventually sealed a two-hole victory over Cameron Young and Justin Thomas in Saturday's fourballs to push Europe towards their ultimate goal.
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The US should have to play the next home Ryder Cup at a neutral venue as punishment for the behaviour of fans. All they did is embellish existing stereotypes.
Paul
With the poor behaviour from the American supporters it ruined the Ryder Cup for me. Absolutely disgusting comments. Nothing justifies that. I think we should scrap it all together. Officials joining in with the chanting, squeaky toys being sold to put players off. Unsporting.
Michael
American golf fans should hold their heads in shame at the abuse handed out to the European players, not true golf fans just yobs. The American players encouraged this and it’s totally unacceptable. It must be so stressful trying to play golf when you have vile comments thrown.
Chris
Craig Nelson
BBC Sport reporter
The United States' fightback, Shane Lowry's nerve-shredding putt to retain the Ryder Cup, Luke Donald's masterful leadership of the European team - these were all deserved headlines on a momentous final day at Bethpage Black.
But it's safe to say that the majority of messages we have received this morning have centred on the hostile atmosphere Europe's players and their families had to endure in New York.
The European players eventually got their moment to celebrate, letting their emotions flood out on the 18th green.
But many, especially a tearful Rory McIlroy, looked punch drunk - beaten down by the intensity of competition in a cauldron of insults and bad behaviour that, for many, overshadowed what should have been the pinnacle of golfing theatre.
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Iain Carter
BBC golf correspondent on BBC Radio 5 Live at Bethpage Black
Luke Donald stepped in for Henrik Stenson two years ago and suddenly, given that opportunity, he showed us how great he could be.
I personally would be surprised if he goes for a third term. I think this is the moment to bow out. He'll bow out a legend.
BBC Radio 5 Live
Image source, Getty ImagesSo what has Europe captain Luke Donald had to say?
He batted away questions about whether he would stay on as captain, instead choosing to focus on the success his team achieved and the fightback shown by their opponents on Sunday.
Donald told BBC Radio 5 Live: "It almost hasn't sunk in yet, the way things turned out the last few hours. [United States captain] Keegan [Bradley] - I've got to give them so much credit for how hard they fought. They had a lot of support behind them and they made it very difficult, but I'm glad we got it over the line.
"It was so nerve-wracking, the most nerve-wracking I've ever been on a golf course, and I wasn't hitting a shot. I can't imagine what these guys felt, but they got it done."