Tensions Rise at the Presidents Cup: Social Media Spat Between Players
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In a notable moment during the ongoing Presidents Cup, a social media exchange has caught the attention of fans and players alike. International golfer Ben An recently took aim at American Wyndham Clark via a now-deleted tweet, prompting a swift response from Clark as they prepared for their singles matches.
The incident unfolded after a competitive afternoon session on Saturday, where the American team dominated the International squad, securing a 3-1 victory and extending their overall lead to 11-7. The atmosphere was charged, particularly after International players Tom Kim and Si Woo Kim faced criticism for their exuberant celebrations during the match. Kim notably mimicked NBA star Steph Curry’s “night-night” gesture after a late chip shot, which may have contributed to the tension on the course.
In response to the spirited display, the PGA Tour’s social media team shared a video of Clark imitating Kim’s celebration. Seizing the moment, An quote-tweeted the post, remarking, “You always have a guy in your group, who doesn’t do s— but talk s— all day,” accompanied by a crying-laughing emoji. This comment sparked immediate backlash, as it was perceived as an unwarranted jab at Clark.
However, realizing the potential fallout, An deleted his tweet shortly after. He later issued an apology, stating, “I’m deleting my tweet. My apologies. I want to be a better person than that.” Despite the retraction, the original comment had already been captured in screenshots circulating on social media.
Looking ahead, Ben An, who did not participate in Saturday’s matches, is set to face American Sahith Theegala in singles competition, while Clark will go up against Min Woo Lee in the following match. As tensions continue to simmer, fans are eager to see how this rivalry plays out on the course.
