Billy Horschel speaks out about WM Phoenix Open crowd confrontation

Billy Horschel was forced to confront fans at the WM Phoenix Open and has given his assessment of the moment and the tournament as a whole. 

The incident with a fan happened on the 11th hole at TPC Scottsdale, when spectators spoke loudly during the backswing of Horschel's playing partner, Monday qualifier, Nicolo Galleti.

Having clearly had enough with what he was hearing, Horschel unloaded on the fans, saying:

Watch Horschel's heated exchange below

Haha the players have had enough!!!



For the record I am 100% on Billy Horschel’s side here. STFU when a player is over the ball.



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— Rick Golfs (@Top100Rick) February 11, 2024

Described by PGA Tour player Ben An as "a sh*t show", the WM Phoenix Open descended into chaos during the week, with drunken fans falling from stands, fighting, urinating in public and diving into bunkers. 

Horschel was not the only player to have to confront fans, with former Ryder Cup captain Zach Johnson also having a heated exchange with spectators after he had had enough of the heckling. 

Speaking to SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio, Horschel claimed that there was a complete lack of respect coming from the fans.

Horschel went on to be questioned about whether he believes the Phoenix Open has crossed a line, to which he responded:

Listen to the full interview here.

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