- Clothing brand says ‘actions conflict with inclusive culture’
- Thomas has apologised but is expected to be fined by PGA Tour
The clothing company Ralph Lauren has terminated its sponsorship of Justin Thomas following the American golfer’s homophobic slur during the third round of the Sentry Tournament of Champions.
Thomas, the world No 3, was heard using the derogatory word towards himself after missing a par putt on the fourth hole at Kapalua last weekend. The 27-year-old later apologised for the remark. He told the Golf Channel: “There’s just no excuse. I’m an adult, I’m a grown man. There’s absolutely no reason for me to say anything like that. It’s terrible. I’m extremely embarrassed.”
