Golf influencer loses sponsorships after controversial ad featuring violence
A YouTube golf personality's sponsors withdrew support following backlash over an advertisement showing a woman being shoved to the ground.
A golf influencer's promotional video drew intense criticism after depicting a woman being pushed to the ground. The company behind the ad acknowledged it was inappropriate and pulled it from circulation. Major sponsors including Callaway and the PGA Tour subsequently withdrew their support.
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‘Mistakes were made’: Golf ad cancelled after woman shoved to ground
The company acknowledged the ad was inappropriate and confirmed it has been pulled from circulation.
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YouTube golf giant loses Callaway deal and PGA Tour event after controversial ad
Sponsors drop the YouTube golf giant and the PGA Tour loses its title sponsor following intense backlash over a promo video.