18 Hilarious PGA Interviews That Went Completely Off the Rails
These golf interviews didn't go as planned, and that's exactly why people can't stop talking about them.
- Daisy Montero
- 4 min read
Golf may be known for its quiet intensity, but some interviews during Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA) events have gone way off-script in the best ways possible. Here are 18 interviews where the players said what was really on their minds, and it was comedy gold.
1. Dustin Johnson Keeps It Too Real
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When asked about his strategy, Dustin Johnson replied, “I just hit the ball, man.” The deadpan delivery was so sincere and flat that the reporter was left stunned. Golf Twitter had a field day it into reaction memes.
2. Bubba Watson’s Hangry Rant
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Bubba Watson was mid-interview when he blamed his lousy round on being “hangry.” He then launched into an off-topic food rant about sandwiches at the clubhouse. It was bizarre, relatable, and completely unforgettable.
3. Phil Mickelson’s Syrup Theory
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In an odd moment of brilliance, Phil Mickelson blamed his poor putting on eating waffles that “threw off his rhythm.” He talked about syrup like it was part of the game plan. The clip still circulates anytime he’s trending.
4. Rory McIlroy Calls Out a Reporter
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After a tough round, Rory McIlroy asked a reporter, “Did you even watch that?” when questioned about a missed putt. The reporter hadn’t, and the silence that followed was golden. The shade was subtle but unmistakable.
5. John Daly’s Brutally Honest Exit
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When asked if he thought he had a shot at winning, John Daly answered, “Not really,” and walked away. No sugarcoating, no second thoughts. Just peak Daly energy in one mic-drop moment.
6. Brooks Koepka Couldn’t Hide His Boredom
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During a long post-round interview, Brooks Koepka zoned out so hard he looked like he had left his body. He barely nodded and mumbled responses like he was struck in traffic. Fans called it the most relatable performance of the season.
7. Tiger Wood’s One-Word Comeback
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When asked if a bogey had ruined his round, Tiger Woods coolly replied, “No.” That’s it. One word. The reporter stood there frozen, and the awkward pause became the punchline.
8. Rickie Fowler Forgets What Sport He’s In
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Rickie Fowler once called a birdie a “touchdown” mid-interview. He caught himself, laughed, and joked that he’d been watching too much football. The moment became an instant clip on ESPN and fan pages alike.
9. Justin Thomas Slips Into Stand-Up Mode
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After a solid round, Justin Thomas started mimicking his coach’s voice during the interview. He cracked jokes, did impressions, and turned the whole thing into a comedy bit. Viewers laughed more than clapped.
10. Bryson DeChambeau Goes Full Science Teacher
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Bryson once answered a question about club choice with a five-minute speech on air pressure, altitude, and all spin. The reporter blinked slowly through it. Viewers called it “Golf Physics 101.”
11. Jordan Spieth Talks to Himself Out Loud
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Jordan Spieth accidentally did his entire post-round self-analysis out loud during an interview. He debated his own decisions while the mic was live, and it felt like eavesdropping on a pep talk gone wrong.
12. Matt Kuchar’s Dad Joke Disaster
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Matt Kuchar tried out a golf pun mid-interview, and it bombed instantly. “That shot was *tee-*riffic,” he said. Even the cameraman groaned, and the internet never let him live it down.
13. Kevin Kisner’s Southern Sass
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When asked how he stays so calm under pressure, Kisner smirked and said, “Ain’t no pressure when you ain’t got a chance.” That line became iconic. He somehow made losing sound cool.
14. Sergio Garcia Blames the Birds
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Sergio once claimed a missed putt was due to “distracting chirping” from nearby birds. No one else heard anything. It was peak diva energy, and the internet had a field day with it.
15. Ian Poulter’s Fashion Talk Hijack
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Instead of answering a question about his score, Ian Poulter ranted about his pants. He broke down the fabric and the stitching and even dropped a style tip. It turned into a weird runway moment on the fairway.
16. Viktor Hovland’s Language Slip
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Viktor Hovland accidentally cursed in Norwegian during a live interview. He apologized instantly, but it was already on replay. Norwegian fans were proud; American fans just wanted a translation.
17. Colin Montgomerie’s Grumpy Gold
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Colin was so annoyed by a question he asked, “Are you seriously asking me that?” before storming off. The reporter just stood there blinking. It was awkward, hilarious, and pure Monty.
18. Tony Finau’s Laugh Attack
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Tony Finau tried to answer a serious question but couldn’t stop laughing. He giggled through the entire interview, wiping tears away. His joy was contagious and totally off the rails.