- US Golfer used word about himself after missing par putt
- ‘I’m extremely embarrassed. It’s not who I am’
Justin Thomas, the world No 3 male golfer, has apologised after uttering a homophobic slur during the third round of the Sentry Tournament of Champions. Thomas was heard using the derogatory word towards himself after missing a par putt on the fourth hole at Kapalua.
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