Anthony Kim, the former PGA Tour star now competing in the LIV Golf League, sparked concern and discussion among golf fans following a candid social media post referencing his struggles with addiction.
On July 3, Kim took to X (formerly Twitter) to share a motivational message that highlighted his determination not to be outworked, drawing a stark comparison to the relentless behavior of an addict.
“Does a crackhead ever let a day go by without finding a way to get high? NO. I would know. Not gonna let a crackhead outwork me today. 1% better today lessssgoo!!!” Kim tweeted, tagging one of his sponsors, Bianchet Watches, and adding hashtags like #girldad and #mentalhealth.
The tweet drew a wide array of reactions, with some fans expressing concern over his past, while others applauded his transparency and resilience.
One user commented, “This is an INSANE tweet.”
while another added, “LOL this a professional golfer.”
Some found humor in the fact that Kim tagged his sponsor in such a personal message, with one user writing:
“@BianchetWatches, watches for crackhead GIRLDADS everywhere.”
On the supportive side, fans encouraged Kim’s efforts to turn his life around.
“Continue to let the dead stay dead,” one wrote.
“You have a new life, continue to be strong and never in denial.” Another expressed happiness for Kim’s progress, stating, “Man, I am happy for you AK for turning things around, getting better and improving your life. Godspeed, brother.”
Kim, who left the PGA Tour in 2012 under mysterious circumstances and was rumored to have taken a substantial insurance payout following injuries, joined the LIV Golf League in February 2024.
His performance so far has been lackluster, with no top-40 finishes in seven appearances. However, his commitment to improvement remains evident, as he continues to train diligently.
Kim’s next opportunity to make a mark will be at LIV Andalucia in Spain from July 12-14, followed by LIV Golf UK at the JCB Golf and Country Club in England.
His journey back to prominence is being closely watched, with fans and critics alike eager to see if he can overcome his past challenges and find success on the course once more.
