Seven days before the start of the Ryder Cup, there is already speculation about the atmosphere that could welcome American rather than European golfers.
The reason is that, for the first time in the history of this competition, American players will be paid.
However, this news did not meet with positive reactions among the American public. Most citizens believe that the Ryder Cup should be a matter of prestige, not money.
Well-known golf commentator Andrew Coltart shared his visions, believing that American fans could react negatively towards their players, which has not been seen in the history of this competition.
Also, he believes that the players are a little scared, expecting that such a scenario could be realistic.
"The US team are feeling the pressure already because it is a home match," Coltart said, as quoted by The Daily Express.
"And I think New York will be something that they have never encountered before. It is an absolute coliseum of fire that they are going to be walking into so that could be quite intimidating.
You look around and you have your own supporters shouting abuse at you. I do think that could happen. And I think they know that could happen and it is something that is worrying for them. It would not be a nice feeling. That New York crowd, they don't care where you come from and what you do. "
Tickets and crowd: What can we expect?
Tickets for this year's Raider Cup will be expensive, and this is the reason why US fans want to enjoy their team's game. If the American team is not in the right rhythm, there is no doubt that the crowd could react violently.
Coltart also felt during Keegan Bradley's press conference that the players had a bit of fear because they were picked.
The European team looked more relaxed and smiling, but Coltart believes this is part of the agreed plan.
It will be interesting to see what we canexpect.
