Luke Kwon Faces Scrutiny for Tardiness After Missing Internet Invitational Tee Time
Luke Kwon, a prominent YouTube golf influencer, has found himself under scrutiny for missing his tee time at the recent Internet Invitational. This golf event took place at Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona, and was organized by Barstool Sports.
Details of the Incident
Despite the oversight, Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy permitted Kwon to participate with a penalty. However, the incident triggered significant criticism across social media platforms for Kwon’s perceived lack of professionalism. As the backlash intensified, a 2019 article resurfaced highlighting Kwon’s history of tardiness during his NCAA career.
Background on Luke Kwon
- Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
- Raised In: Oklahoma
- Affiliation: Good Good Golf collective, with over 1.98 million YouTube subscribers
- Personal Channel Subscribers: Over 392,000
The article from NBC Sports detailed Kwon’s struggles with punctuality while playing for the Oklahoma Sooners. Coach Ryan Hybl reported that Kwon had difficulty waking up for workouts and practices and nearly faced expulsion from the team. Despite these challenges, Hybl praised Kwon for his dedication and resilience.
Social Media Reaction
The resurgence of Kwon’s past prompted various reactions from social media users. Some users humorously linked his previous issues to his recent tardiness at the Internet Invitational. Comments included:
- “At least he’s consistent,”
- “He probably had all the excuses lined up,”
- “Yeah, that’s a bad look.”
Other users expressed more empathy, noting that Kwon managed to overcome his earlier challenges. Coach Hybl remarked on Kwon’s journey and growth during his time with the Sooners.
Kwon’s Response
In light of the criticism, Kwon took to his Instagram Stories to address the incident. He acknowledged his mistake, stating, “Just woke up, what’d I miss? Obviously, nobody sleeps through their alarm wanting to sleep through their alarm. Sh*t happened, and I am genuinely sorry; it was an honest mistake.” Kwon also mentioned he had apologized to Portnoy and others off-camera.
As the incident unfolds, the focus remains on Kwon’s ability to navigate this public relations challenge and regain the trust of his audience and peers within the golf community.
