From Henrik Stenson admission that he’s scared of bears to Lydia Ko’s “party” plans, here are the Quotes of the Week.
From Henrik Stenson admission that he’s scared of bears to Lydia Ko’s “party” plans, here are the Quotes of the Week.
“After months of weighing options and discussing with my loved ones, I have decided to turn professional and forgo my Senior year at The University of Texas. I have been preparing to become a professional golfer, and have dreamed of this day for more than ten years.”
“I am truly disappointed, but my current position on the FedEx Cup points list does not allow me the luxury to skip the John Deere Classic or the Travelers Championship. I must finish in the top 125 to gain entry into our FedEx Cup Playoffs. This has to be a priority for me and my family.” – on why he is skipping the Olympics
“I have been consulting with my doctor, trainer, and my entire team over the past week. We all feel this is the best decision at this time.” – after withdrawing from the Open due to an ankle injury
“I’m not afraid of mosquitoes. I’m more afraid of bears.” – confirming he will play in the Olympics
“Looking forward to wearing some red white and blue in Rio @olympics.” – in a tweet Sunday confirming he will play in the Olympics
“This was not an easy decision for me, but my concerns about the Zika Virus cannot be ignored. Paulina and I plan to have more children in the near future, and I feel it would be irresponsible to put myself, her or our family at risk.” – on why he is skipping the Olympics
“So much emotion going on in my mind right now.” – after playing her final U.S. Women’s Open
“I think it’s a little unfair she is trying to press an organization to side with her personal opinion. He could be the next president of the United States. I’m a woman. I’m all for women’s empowerment and everything. Donald’s done tons for the women’s game. I just think it’s unfair she’s pressing our organization to jump on the bandwagon when not all of us feel the way she does.” – responding to Martha Burk’s article asking LPGA players to protest next year’s U.S. Women’s Open at Trump National
“I go partying. Partying all night.” – jokingly telling reporters on her plan to prepare for the final round at the U.S. Women’s Open