Hatton's Dubai yarn leaves McIlroy aghast as Ryder Cup tension eases
Rory McIlroy and Tyrrell Hatton put Ryder Cup tensions aside during the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, sharing a cordial exchange with Tommy Fleetwood after McIlroy publicly urged Hatton and Jon Rahm to prove their commitment by paying DP World Tour fines. Hatton revealed a post-holiday weight gain (roughly from 190 to 204 pounds) and joked about wine, saying they dodged discussing the fines and expect a resolution soon. The mood was light as they look to move past the dispute ahead of future Ryder Cup clashes.