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English golfer Lee Westwood’s recent poor performance in LIV Golf events has sparked some playful banter between him and fellow golfer Eddie Pepperell. As Westwood failed to secure a single top-10 finish this season, finishing dead last at 20-over-par in the recent LIV Golf Bedminster event, Pepperell didn’t hold back in poking fun at his fellow countryman.

Following Cameron Smith’s victory in the LIV Golf Bedminster golf event, Westwood playfully reacted to a tweet showing the updated Official World Golf Ranking with a laughing emoji. This prompted Pepperell to join the conversation and take a humorous shot at Westwood’s performance, highlighting his earnings for hitting 20-overpar over three rounds in one week.

Pepperell didn’t stop at teasing Westwood. He criticized not only Westwood’s play but professional golf as a whole. He expressed his disappointment in how money has seemingly taken precedence over performance, referencing LIV Golf as an example where poor performance can still be highly rewarding financially. Pepperell also touched on the PGA Tour and the TGL golf league, suggesting that the sport has lost its focus on genuine growth and improvement.

Known for his comedic presence, Eddie Pepperell has earned a reputation for his candidness. This is not the first time he has shared his honest opinions within the golf sphere. Pepperell left golf fans amused and fascinated during the 2018 Open Championship when he admitted to playing the final round “hungover” despite an impressive 3-under 67 score. Pepperell’s ability to provide laughter alongside genuine insight makes him a refreshing voice in professional golf.

While advocates of LIV Golf argue that they are growing the sport, others, like Pepperell, question whether it truly helps promote genuine growth. Likewise, the PGA Tour receives support due to its partnerships and increasing financial purses, yet the values and direction of the sport are still debated.

The playful banter between Lee Westwood and Eddie Pepperell sheds light on the contrasting views within professional golf. While Pepperell takes jabs at Westwood’s performance, he also criticizes the sport’s focus on financial rewards over skill and growth. The opinions shared by Pepperell offer a thought-provoking perspective on the state of professional golf today, reminding us that honest evaluation can lead to meaningful discussions and potential improvements for the sport’s future.

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