Padraig: Ryder Cup Will Not Be Played Without Fans And Golf Needs To See The Bigger Picture

After Monday’s premature and tone deaf rollout of a fall men’s pro golf schedule, the Ryder Cup was slotted in its original dates for Whistling Straits in September.

During a BBC radio interview, 2020 European Captain Padraig Harrington said he does sense organizers will carry on with a fan-free Ryder Cup. From Reuters:

“Non-golfers and golfers around the world watch the Ryder Cup because of the tension that’s created by the spectators.”

Harrington said he held discussions with Ryder Cup organisers regarding the possibility of postponing the event but continues to plan for it to go ahead as scheduled.

“There are bigger things too than the Ryder Cup. It’s a big deal in golf but we have to see the bigger picture,” the three-times major winner added.

“I hope that we get our chance to play. I think it’s something that can bring people together and is something to look forward to and enjoy.”