The return of Tiger Woods on the PGA Tour is likely one of the highlights of this season. He was making birdies fly throughout Riviera Nation Membership. Regardless that he couldn’t win, he left a mark along with his golf abilities. However folks will keep in mind the Genesis Invitational not as an occasion Woods made his return, however as an occasion that made the previous number-one golfer endure scrutiny for his little prank. Passing on the tampon to Justin Thomas didn’t sit effectively with some folks. And now a retired Norwegian skilled golfer, Suzann Pettersen, has additionally spoken concerning the incident.
Is the feminine golfer in opposition to Tiger Woods?
The 15 instances main championship winner obtained criticism from the followers, particularly ladies. They thought it was mistaken on his half and disrespectful. Regardless that he apologized and received the support of his fans, scrutiny nonetheless adopted. Fortunately, the retired feminine golfer thinks in any other case. The confirmed Solheim Cup captain for 2023 and 2024, Pettersen prolonged help for Woods whereas speaking to Sky Sports activities.
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She stated, “I do know Tiger fairly effectively. I don’t know Justin Thomas as effectively, however I do know type of Tiger’s humour, and that’s a really most likely boyish joke between the 2 of them, and I don’t actually take it too private.” She believes it was just a gag joke between the 2 gamers, and sadly, the digicam caught it, and it grew to become an enormous deal. Pettersen stated she was easygoing on these jokes, and “I’m positive it was meant as a joke, not as a harassment to ladies usually.”
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Because of all of the negativities, Woods additionally needed to make clear his actions within the media. On digicam, he apologized after the second spherical of the Genesis Invitational. He stated it was only a joke and meant to offend nobody. The GOAT stated, “It was simply we play pranks on each other on a regular basis and virally; I feel this didn’t come throughout that manner, however between us, it was completely different.”
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Did Woods obtain any extra help?
The vice-captain to Pettersen, Dame Laura Davies, additionally expressed her opinions on the topic and supported the Corridor of Fame golfer. It was a little bit of enjoyable between two buddies, she acknowledged. The four-time champion claimed it was a nasty dad joke that wasn’t applicable. She might have misjudged the circumstances, however Woods’ joke doesn’t offend her.
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Do you suppose Woods deserved the scrutiny he obtained? Or do you agree with Suzann Pettersen?