Jon Rahm Describes Ryder Cup in New York as Mentally Toughest Week of Career

Jon Rahm described the 2024 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black as the mentally toughest week of his career due to the hostile environment created by the boisterous and unruly New York crowd, which included early alcohol sales and personal insults. Despite this, Rahm found the experience exhilarating and contributed significantly to Europe's 15-13 victory, a notable away win that added to his legacy alongside teammates like Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood. Rahm is now focused on the Spanish Open held at Club de Campo Villa de Madrid, where he aims to win a record fourth title and surpass Seve Ballesteros as the tournament's most successful player. The home crowd at the Spanish Open offers a stark contrast to the Ryder Cup atmosphere, providing Rahm with much-needed support and a positive environment. This tournament will also offer an automatic spot in the 2025 Masters and British Open to the winner, adding extra significance. Rahm acknowledged the surreal feeling of receiving praise for the Ryder Cup victory, emphasizing it was a team effort and expressing pride in contributing to European golf's success.