The emcee for the first hole at the Ryder Cup has stepped down for leading an expletive laden chant about Rory McIlroy.

Actor and comedian Heather McMahan appeared to have helped stoke the hostile atmosphere at Bethpage Black by encouraging the chanting of 'f*** you Rory' on the opening tee.

Multiple reports state that McMahan extended an apology to the Team Europe star before stepping down from her duties.

Videos have also circulated on social media showing her leading the chants.

McIlroy was met wi t h the abuse as soon as he walked out on the first tee, where he responded by blowing a kiss.

However, things turned ugly in the afternoon four ball session with the disgusting abuse going too far.

The 36-year-old and his playing partner Shane Lowry took the brunt of the abuse a

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