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Ryder Cup Hero Padraig Harrington Slams LIV Golf Stars’ Conduct at the Masters: Is This the End of Golf Etiquette?”

Padraig Harrington, the European Ryder Cup hero, didn’t hold back when addressing the behavior of LIV Golf players at the prestigious Masters tournament. Observing Jon Rahm and his colleagues at Augusta National, Harrington raised serious concerns about the conduct displayed by some of the sport’s biggest names.

Rahm, reigning champion and leader of the Legion XIII, faced a disappointing performance at Augusta, finishing a staggering 20 shots behind the champion, Scottie Scheffler. His frustrations were palpable throughout the tournament, particularly evident during challenging conditions that pushed the already demanding course to its limits.

One of the most striking moments came during Rahm’s first-round tee shot on the 18th hole, where he unleashed a barrage of expletives after missing the fairway. But Rahm wasn’t the only one expressing frustration. His teammate, Tyrrell Hatton, also let slip a colorful outburst during his third round, adding to the growing concern over the language used by LIV Golf players.

What’s more concerning is the apparent lack of consequences for such behavior on the Saudi-backed LIV Golf circuit. Despite their switch earlier in the year, Rahm and Hatton were informed they wouldn’t face penalties for swearing on the course, a policy in stark contrast to the PGA Tour.

Harrington didn’t mince words when discussing the issue on the Rough Cut Podcast, expressing disappointment in the lack of restraint shown by LIV players. While acknowledging the occasional use of colorful language, Harrington stressed the importance of maintaining etiquette on the golf course, a sentiment he personally upholds.

The question now looms: is this the end of golf etiquette as we know it? With LIV Golf players seemingly unchecked in their behavior, the sport risks losing its traditional values. As Harrington aptly put it, while he may have mellowed in his approach, he still values respect for the game above all else.

As the golfing world watches, the spotlight is on LIV Golf and its players to clean up their act and preserve the integrity of the sport. Will they rise to the challenge, or is golf etiquette a thing of the past in the era of LIV Golf?