[Big_Monkey]

John Daly is a highly charismatic golf phenom, but is clearly troubled with substance abuse. I won't comment whether this is a fair reaction by the PGA or not. What I find most interesting is the PGA's response compared to the reactions for much more serious offenses in the NBA, NFL and MLB. These larger, more lucrative sports could learn a few things from the PGA with player discipline being at the top of the list.

[1rudeboy]

As an avid non-golfer, I welcome Daly’s antics. They make the sport bearable to the masses.

[Moonman62]

Daly was already on an unofficial suspension. Tim Finchem told sponsors not to give him any exemptions. Daly is already planning to play in Europe this year.

On his recent three tournament stop in Australia he received $50,000 in perks, but generated business of $3 million, even though he didn't make a cut.

[Freedom of Speech Wins]

So his crime is what, getting drunk and being outside a Hooters?

If this is a "crime" why do they serve alcohol there?

This brings to mind a line that the golf pro character Shooter McGavin exclaimed describing Adam Sandler's character Happy Gilmore in the movie Happy Gilmore, "He's ruining golf!"

[Mad_Tom_Rackham]

[”Daly told the AP that his friends called police when they feared he had passed out, unaware he sleeps with his eyes open when he’s had too much to drink.”]

Wierd.

[JustaDumbBlonde]

I applaude the PGA's decision and I continue to hope that John Daly will clean up his life and live. Unfortunately, nothing is going to happen until he sincerely wants to get sober. When I read his statements and see clips of his comments on the golf channel, there doesn't seem to be any desire on his part to deal with the alcohol problem. While I find it sad for him and his family and friends, he is making the decisions knowing full well the consequences. All things considered, he will die young.

[relictele]

Like him or loathe him John Daly brought more fans and money to the PGA Tour than Vijay Singh and 12 other pros chosen at random ever will.