Brooklyn Beckham was reportedly mocked by spectators during a celebrity golf match at the Ryder Cup in New York. The 26-year-old, who has spoken publicly for the first time about tensions with his famous family, represented Team Europe alongside former basketball player Toni Kukoč. They faced off against the USA team, made up of ex-American football star Eli Manning and comedian Colin Jost, in the opening round of the celebrity play-offs.
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According to reports, Beckham struggled throughout the 11-hole contest, repeatedly hitting the ball out of bounds and finding himself stuck in bunkers. Fans were said to have taunted him for a “lack of talent” and questioned his celebrity status, claiming he was recognised only as “David Beckham’s son”. He later admitted he felt the crowd “didn’t like me at all”, though he insisted he still enjoyed the experience, describing it as “amazing” and “really fun”.
Sources present suggested Beckham appeared downbeat during the game, often walking with his head lowered as fans loudly supported Manning and Jost. One insider claimed his caddy was his only visible supporter, offering encouragement after mistakes. However, a source close to Beckham told the Evening Standard that the comments were meant in jest and should be seen as playful rivalry, given the largely American crowd.
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Following the match, Beckham also addressed ongoing speculation about a rift with his parents, Victoria and David Beckham. The entrepreneur and his wife, actress Nicola Peltz, have missed several significant family events this year, including David’s 50th birthday and Romeo Beckham’s 23rd. He said he is “happy” with a “supportive wife”, adding that the couple prefer to “do their own thing” and do not concern themselves with outside criticism of their private lives.
