Brooks Koepka, one of the sport’s most prominent figures, has made candid and controversial comments about his fellow golfers, specifically targeting Justin Thomas, Jordan Spieth, and others. These revelations come from an excerpt of Alan Shipnuck’s forthcoming book, “LIV and Let Die,” which provides a behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of the sport.
Koepka’s comments were made after the conclusion of LIV Golf’s second-ever tournament in London. Following the event, Koepka, along with fellow golfers Jason Kokrak, Pat and Ashley Perez, and Dustin Johnson with his wife Paulina, gathered for a drink. It was during this casual gathering that Koepka let loose, expressing his frustration with what he referred to as “country club kids” who have criticized him. He defended his decision to sign a lucrative $130 million contract, citing his humble beginnings and the fact that he had recently undergone three surgeries.
The quote quickly gained viral attention on social media, drawing responses from both Justin Thomas and Brooks Koepka themselves. Surprisingly, instead of engaging in a war of words with each other, both players directed their frustration towards Alan Shipnuck. Thomas took to X (formerly Twitter) to voice his disapproval of Shipnuck’s approach, calling for more positive golf stories that contribute to the growth of the game.
Koepka doubled down on this sentiment, expressing his displeasure with “LIV players,” implying that Shipnuck’s reporting may not accurately represent the views of all players involved. Even Koepka’s mother, Denise Jakows, chimed in to clarify that the only time she and her son cried together was when he was born, putting to rest any speculation about shared emotional moments related to the contract.
It’s worth noting that many of Shipnuck’s sources remain anonymous, likely due to the ongoing legal disputes between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf. This controversy is just one of several that have emerged from the excerpt of the book, with other notable golfers like Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods also finding themselves at the center of contentious stories.
The full book, “LIV and Let Die,” is set to be released to the public on October 17, promising to provide an in-depth look at the world of professional golf and the complexities surrounding it. As the golfing community eagerly awaits its release, the fallout from these revelations continues to be a topic of intense discussion, raising questions about the sport’s culture and the relationships between its top players.
