Rory McIlroy was targeted with persistent abuse from US fans throughout the drama (Picture: Getty)Former USA captain Tom Watson has issued an apology to Team Europe over the ‘rude’ and ‘mean-spirited’ abuse they received during their triumph at Bethpage Black. Bradley said US fans were simply displaying their ‘passion’ (Picture: Getty)‘I’d like to congratulate Europe on their victory,’ the three-time Ryder Cup winner tweeted. ‘The guys on this team, this is a really special group of guys. It was a grind and I’m pretty tired, but I’m proud of the fight that our team showed. Arrow MORE: Ex-golfer Paige Spiranac hits out at ‘stupid’ rule after USA lose Ryder CupArrow MORE: Donald Trump responds to Team Europe as they tease him after Ryder Cup winArrow MORE: Shane Lowry aims dig at USA captain amid wild Ryder Cup celebrations