Quotes of the Week: July 24, 2016

“In response to my frustrations about being treated unfairly as a woman, he adamantly rejected the notion … and instead, offered me a simple idea that changed my life forever: ‘Never fear challenging the status quo.’ He encouraged me to think of myself not as a female athlete, but as a business person.” – sharing advice she got from Donald Trump during a speech at the Republican National Convention

''Golf is fun, until you hit somebody in the head.”

“The PGA of America strongly opposes North Carolina HB2. It contradicts our commitment to create an inclusive and welcoming environment at our events. We remain hopeful that the law will be changed.” – in a statement announcing it plans to keep the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow since it is a private club

“Our final round was really good, but theirs was even better. What a great match today.” – Nicklaus on Twitter comparing the final round of the Open to his duel with Tom Watson in 1977

“Since the PGA, I’ve been resting and rehabilitating my left thumb in the hope that I would be right to defend my title next week, but it just needs a little bit more time. Therefore, I will be unable to attend this year’s British Open and now must concentrate on getting healthy and ready to compete for my country at the Olympic Games in Rio.”

“Continuing to make progress, but simply not ready for PGA. Will not play in the ’15/'16 season and will continue to rehab and work hard to then assess when he starts play for the ’16/'17 season.” – in an email to Golfchannel.com announcing his client, Tiger Woods, will not play the PGA

“Yes.” – on if she guaranteed a victory for Thailand at the International Crown

''Right now, I have not secured my PGA Tour card for next season and I have several opportunities to improve my FedEx Cup standing, one of which overlaps with the Olympics.” – on why he decided to withdraw from the Olympics

“I would say that I am best when I’m really under severe pressure, not just in golf but in life.”