Brooks Koepka Faces Public Backlash Over ‘Real Golfers’ Comment

Brooks Koepka is facing backlash from fans and pundits after a post on social media yesterday. The 34-year-old shared the Happy Gilmore 2 trailer on X and captioned it, “Bout time we got some real golfers on tour.” Many quickly pointed this comment out as a dig at PGA Tour players. This has reignited the debate between the Saudi-backed LIV golf league and the PGA Tour.

Fan Outrage and Heated Reactions

Fans of the PGA Tour believe that the comment is disrespectful and dismissive of the stars competing on the PGA Tour. Koepka also appeared to imply that LIV Golf is superior to the PGA. Fans wasted no time in responding to his post, with many expressing their disappointment and outrage. Some fans pointed out the irony of his statement, telling the American “You’re not on tour.”

Another fan told the 34-year-old that, “There are real golfers on the PGA Tour, golfers in your league are cool with taking checks from the people who funded 9/11, killed an American journalist, and a lot of other crimes against humanity. But keep hating, traitor.” Another fan reminded the American about the controversy of the Saudi-backed league: “The fact you play on a tour that is backed by a man that cheats at golf tells me everything about you. Now go back to obscurity.

However, some fans wanted to see the PGA and LIV reunite. “Tbh I don’t see a reason for a top pro to hunt some extra numbers on a bank account to play on a shitour ( while in his prime) and barely is followed, and will be forgotten in a couple of years. Hopefully all can come together again so golf can be watchable”

Koepka’s Comments Has Implications For PGA and LIV

Koepka’s comments have surely stoked the fire of the ongoing PGA Tour and LIV Golf debate. This could lead to further division between both sets of fans. It could also impact both tours and potentially affect their viewership, sponsorship, and player recruitment. It doesn’t appear like the rivalry between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf is going anywhere any time soon. The PGA Tour has been introducing new changes and the LIV Golf has been recruiting high-profile players in a bid to outmuscle each other.

Over the years, Koepka has forged a reputation as an outspoken golfer. He is widely known for speaking his mind and challenging the status quo. However, this comment appears misguided. It could damage his reputation among fans and sponsors. This in turn could harm his career prospects in the future. The American is yet to delete the comment despite the backlash, implying that he stands by his words.