Rory McIlroy playfully teased his teammate, Tommy Fleetwood, following Fleetwood’s double triumph at the Ryder Cup and Tour Championship. Before Team Europe’s Ryder Cup victory at Bethpage Black, Fleetwood had secured his first PGA Tour win and an impressive £8 million prize for winning the final FedExCup playoff event in Georgia.
During a press conference celebrating their Ryder Cup success, McIlroy humorously referenced Fleetwood’s significant earnings from the Tour Championship. The banter occurred alongside McIlroy’s emotional comments about his wife’s experience at the Ryder Cup.
In response to a question about dealing with rowdy fans in New York, McIlroy expressed satisfaction with a well-placed shot, while Fleetwood jokingly downplayed the difficulty of his subsequent putt. McIlroy then humorously remarked about Fleetwood’s focus on counting his FedExCup winnings.
Despite the light-hearted ribbing, McIlroy praised captain Luke Donald and his teammates for their response to Team USA’s strong final-day performance. He commended Donald’s leadership and credited the team’s collective effort for the victory.
Reflecting on the Ryder Cup experience, McIlroy expressed pride in the team’s unity and determination to overcome challenges. He highlighted the significance of the team’s achievement, emphasizing that winning the Ryder Cup is about collective success rather than individual glory.
Although McIlroy was absent for Fleetwood’s victory in Georgia, standing alongside his teammate in New York during the Ryder Cup victory provided solace after a challenging week. McIlroy underscored the importance of team camaraderie in the Ryder Cup, stating that winning is a shared accomplishment that transcends individual performances.
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