Golf Fans Announce Boycott Of PGA Tour Star Collin Morikawa

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Golf Fans Announce Boycott Of PGA Tour Star Collin Morikawa originally appeared on The Spun.
Collin Morikawa was once considered one of golf's brightest young stars. While his game is still undeniably good, fans are no longer in his corner.
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Earlier this week, Morikawa announced that he was parting ways with his caddie for the second time this season. In April, he moved on from J.J. Jakovac so he could join forces with Joe Greiner. Their partnership came to an end following lackluster performances at the PGA Championship and U.S. Open.
Not only has Morikawa struggled on the course, he has apparently found himself in a battle with the media.
Ahead of this week's Rocket Classic, the two-time major champion had a disagreement with Golfweek reporter Adam Schupak. He then shared his side to the story on Thursday afternoon.
"Look, this has happened twice between the same, between me and Alan [Schupak]. Like, it hasn't happened between anyone else. Like, a lot of other reporters, media, I respect everyone. This whole idea that I don't do [media], I mean, I've looked up how many times I've finished second. It's not once," Morikawa said.
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"I think I have to stand up for myself because I'm not going to let someone just throw little jabs at me and just make me into someone I'm not. Because I know who I am and that's all that matters. I know my people, my team, my family know who I am. But this whole perception out there right now is just, it's a little ridiculous. And, granted, we've seen a few players do it as well, but that's not who I am. Like, I am here for you guys. But it's just, you know, I did it one time and so be it."
Mar 15, 2025; Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, USA; Collin Morikawa walks to the seventeenth hole during the third round of The Players Championship golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Swinger-Imagn Images Jeff Swinger-Imagn Images
After hearing this rant from Morikawa, a handful of golf fans made it clear they're done rooting for him.
"Keeps standing up and sticking his foot into his mouth. The reporters aren't the problem, nor are the caddies... wonder who the constant is...," one fan wrote on X.
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"Collin Morikawa has gone from one of the young, likable future stars of golf to one of the most annoying, whiney, and unlikable dudes on Tour," a second fan commented.
"Best to concentrate on improving his game instead of fighting the media. He's starting to gain a reputation as a diva," a third fan said.
"This dude is a big baby. Shut up and work on your golf game," another social media user wrote.
Suffice to say, Morikawa won't receive much love ahead of the Open Championship.
For what it's worth, Morikawa is firmly in contention at the Rocket Classic. A victory would silence some of his critics.
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Golf Fans Announce Boycott Of PGA Tour Star Collin Morikawa first appeared on The Spun on Jun 27, 2025
This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jun 27, 2025, where it first appeared.