Rory McIlroy leads hilarious chants mocking America after Europe secure Ryder Cup win
Rory McIlroy was elated after Europe beat America to win the Ryder Cup on Sunday
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Rory McIlroy led chants mocking America after Europe won the Ryder Cup on Sunday.
The Northern Irishman played a key role as his side clinched victory, with the 34-year-old also clashing with caddie Joe LaCava as tempers boiled over.
McIlroy managed to hold his nerve despite the row, with Europe proceeding to win 16.5 to 11.5.
Players were jubilant in the aftermath of the victory, with those involved partying on the coach back to the team hotel.
EUROPE IS ON FIRE 🏆🇪🇺#TeamEurope | #RyderCup pic.twitter.com/eiASuCaQ78
— Ryder Cup Europe (@RyderCupEurope) October 1, 2023
McIlroy was seen leading chants of 'USA is terrified' to the tune of dance hit Freed from Desire, with Shane Lowry also joining in.
Lowry was snapped surrounded by empty bottles of beer and champagne, as well as the trophy in Rome.
Tyrell Hatton, who was another vital contributor to Europe's success, was apparently the 'last man standing'.
The 31-year-old posed for a picture wearing LED-lit party sunglasses with a lager in his hand looking slightly dazed.
He was also wearing a snazzy shirt celebrating Europe's victory in the prestigious competition, too.
For McIlroy, it was a moment he'll always remember.
The Northern Irishman crushed American rival Sam Burns to help Europe win the competition for the seventh time in a row on home soil.
McIlroy was, however, forced to keep his cool after a row with American caddie Joe LaCava.
The 34-year-old felt LaCava was standing in his way of a putt and tempers boiled over, with the Team Europe star furiously confronting the American.
The row spilled over in the car park on Saturday and McIlroy, speaking the following day, revealed it had been the 'angriest he'd never been'.
"Walking off the 18th yesterday was probably the angriest I've ever been in my career," he said.
"I said it to the US guys, I thought it was disgraceful what went on and I made that clear.
"I needed that to fuel me today and not let it take away from what has been a great week.
"I felt like I used it to my advantage and came out with a different level of focus and determination and in a way it gave the whole team a bit of fire in our bellies."
Fighting back tears, he added: "I just wanted to win another point for Europe.
"Ever since Whistling Straits [two years ago] I was so disappointed in my performance there, so to come here and get four points for the team means a lot to me.
"It's a great bounce-back after Whistling Straits. "The team we have is incredible. It's a young team that I think will be around for a long time."
Tommy Fleetwood was the player who won the trophy for Team Europe, with the Brit beating Rickie Fowler to spark the wild celebrations.
And he's been praised by Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola for his heroics.
"You deserve this Ryder Cup more than anyone else," Guardiola said on X.
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"You are an incredible guy and as everyone knows an exceptional golfer. Love you.
"Congratulations Europe to get the [trophy] back."