Shocking footage has appeared online of the hospitality pavilion engulfed in flames, at the Ryder Cup host venue.
The huge stand was ever present on our screens last week as it stood beside the first tee at Rome's Marco Simone Golf and Country Club.
It is unclear yet whether there have been any casualties or injuries from the incident.
Ryder Cup Grand Stand Goes Up In Flames
Insane footage from Marco Simone today, hopefully no injuries/ casualties #RyderCup pic.twitter.com/f1z333I9Q5
— Conor Nolan (@ConorN11) October 5, 2023
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Ryder Cup Europe released a statement on Thursday evening confirming no one had been hurt. The statement confirmed the fire was restricted to the hospitality structure
Ryder Cup Europe statement on fire at Marco Simone Golf & Country Club. pic.twitter.com/9l7M7jfiSA
— Ryder Cup Europe (@RyderCupEurope) October 5, 2023
Europe were 16-11 victors at the event which ran from Friday to Sunday last week, with both Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry playing important roles.
There were concerns from some quarters whether the course would be up to the task of hosting golf's biggest tournament, but it passed with flying colours.
It received plenty of praise for both the fan experience, with its natural amphitheatres, and the set up of the course, which provided excellent drama.
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