G-Mac withdraws from Olympics

ForeRight

My oh my

Mantis Toboggan

Ah well, Harrington and Lowry to win gold #COYBIG

Dbu

I better go to the range this evening ,just in case i get a call up

charlieIRL

Dbu wrote: »

I better go to the range this evening ,just in case i get a call up

Was just thinking we could send out Fix and Rikand!!!:D:D:D

ForeRight

S-Lo will be next to withdraw now watch this space

Chivito550

Legitimate reason for GMac. Rory on the other hand went on holidays to Barbados recently (Zika high risk zone) and lives in Florida (all year round red alert Zika zone). He should be called out on his BS. Sad thing is people will believe this claptrap!

LuckyGent88

At least the withdrawals will allow paddy to play in it and considering he was one of the players on the delegation to get golf in the Olympics, it's well deserved.

Can see a number of other players pulling out shortly mainly jason day.

ForeRight

Chivito550 wrote: »

Legitimate reason for GMac. Rory on the other hand went on holidays to Barbados recently]

There are no words

Jawgap

ForeRight wrote: »

There are no words

I wonder if Lowry bails, will people be as quick to point to the amount of golf he played in Florida recently :pac:

ForeRight

Jawgap wrote: »

I wonder if Lowry bails, will people be as quick to point to the amount of golf he played in Florida recently :pac:

It's actually hard to take in the way some lads slate Rory.

Yesterday there was the obvious theme in regard to why Rory pulled out but let's not start that again.

Today his countryman pulls out but it's for legit reasons.

Actually hilarious the way some lads think

alchemist33

Chivito550 wrote: »

Legitimate reason for GMac. Rory on the other hand went on holidays to Barbados recently (Zika high risk zone) and lives in Florida (all year round red alert Zika zone). He should be called out on his BS. Sad thing is people will believe this claptrap!

From the CDC...

US States

• No local mosquito-borne Zika virus disease cases have been reported in US
  states, but lab tests have confirmed Zika virus in travelers returning to the
  United States. These travelers have gotten the virus from mosquito bites and
  some non-travelers got Zika through sex with a traveler.
  • See Areas with Zika: United States(http://www.cdc.gov/zika/geo/united-states.html)
• With the recent outbreaks, the number of Zika cases among travelers visiting
  or returning to the United States will likely increase.
• These imported cases could result in local spread of the virus in some areas
  of the United States.

So, no Zika in Florida, whereas lots of Zika in Brazil.

Jawgap

ForeRight wrote: »

It's actually hard to take in the way some lads slate Rory.

Yesterday there was the obvious theme in regard to why Rory pulled out but let's not start that again.

Today his countryman pulls out but it's for legit reasons.

Actually hilarious the way some lads think

For every hero there has to be a villain!!

Shane is the 'new' hero, therefore Rory has to be the villain.

Plus, for whatever reason, people seem to think that they have some 'ownership' of people in the public eye. Maybe he doesn't want to go because of Zika, or because his Ma won't let him out to play, or because he hates Samba music, or because he's made a calculated business decision - that's his decision.

vienne86

So that'll be Harrington in so - happy for the guy.

Paul McGinley is a guy I feel very sorry for.

Seve OB

Jawgap wrote: »

For every hero there has to be a villain!!

Shane is the 'new' hero, therefore Rory has to be the villain.

Would ya g'won outta that!

Jawgap wrote: »

Plus, for whatever reason, people seem to think that they have some 'ownership' of people in the public eye. Maybe he doesn't want to go because of Zika, or because his Ma won't let him out to play, or because he hates Samba music, or because he's made a calculated business decision - that's his decision.

Couldn't agree more

Chivito550

Jawgap wrote: »

I wonder if Lowry bails, will people be as quick to point to the amount of golf he played in Florida recently :pac:

Not sure about others, but I will. Zika is a convenient excuse.

Chivito550

alchemist33 wrote: »

From the CDC...




So, no Zika in Florida, whereas lots of Zika in Brazil.

And what about Barbados? He couldn't be too concerned about the virus if he went on holiday there.

Just face it, his Zika excuse is a lie. If he just came out and said he didn't want to play more people would actually respect the decision. All he is doing is creating more panic among people who will believe this BS.

Jawgap

Chivito550 wrote: »

Not sure about others, but I will. Zika is a convenient excuse.

Well, well done you.

Keep up the good work :rolleyes:

ForeRight

Chivito550 wrote: »

And what about Barbados? He couldn't be too concerned about the virus if he went on holiday there.

Just face it, his Zika excuse is a lie. If he just came out and said he didn't want to play more people would actually respect the decision. All he is doing is creating more panic among people who will believe this BS.

Who's panicking haha

mickmackey1

I would laugh if the Brazilian authorities launched legal action against these golfing muppets for slandering their country.

Chivito550

ForeRight wrote: »

Who's panicking haha

I know of one of our Olympians (won't name name or gender) who has told his/her family not to come to Rio as he/she will be too worried about them contracting Zika. I kid you not. The media have created this hysteria and Rory is not helping with these lies.

Chivito550

Actually I take back my comment that GMac's reason is legit. Graeme McDowell's first child was born August 25, 2014. He spent the previous four days playing the Barclays tournament.

At least Harrington will be proud to play for Ireland, and I'll be proud to support him out there in Rio.

ForeRight

mickmackey1 wrote: »

I would laugh if the Brazilian authorities launched legal action against these golfing muppets for slandering their country.

Slander???

How, what?????

My head is spinning again today reading this forum

Keano

ForeRight wrote: »

Slander???

How, what?????

My head is spinning again today reading this forum

Mine too. Seems civilised debate is impossible these days.

ForeRight

Keano wrote: »

Mine too. Seems civilised debate is impossible these days.

The drivel being spouted is actually driving me away from the forum.
I'll stay though because I know you would miss me gaffer.

Jawgap

mickmackey1 wrote: »

I would laugh if the Brazilian authorities launched legal action against these golfing muppets for slandering their country.

So would I.....

.....especially as you can't defame a country, so it would be hilarious to watch them try take an action

Golfgorfield

When the next "irishman pulls out of Olympics" thread starts i really look forward to the trolls spouting horse manure on that one. :cool:

mickmackey1

ForeRight wrote: »

Slander???

How, what?????

My head is spinning again today reading this forum

Yeah exactly. Like Brazilians not travelling to Ireland because of the soaring HIV cases in this country. Imagine the hypocrisy on this forum in that case :rolleyes:

Rikand

charlieIRL wrote: »

Was just thinking we could send out Fix and Rikand!!!:D:D:D

I would hereby like to announce that I will not be competing in the Olympics due to threat of the Zika virus.

I want to knock out one more bambino at least

ForeRight

Golfgorfield wrote: »

When the next "irishman pulls out of Olympics" thread starts i really look forward to the trolls spouting horse manure on that one. :cool:

PARlance

alchemist33 wrote: »

So, no Zika in Florida, whereas lots of Zika in Brazil.

That's a relief for GMac, considering he also lives in Florida.
It's amazing the amount of nonsense people will come up with just to have a pop at Rory.

Edit: that wasn't directed at you Alchemist.

Tom.D.BJJ

I'm sorry lads. After careful reflection, and somber flagulation i have to withdraw my name from consideration for this summer as Olympic golf tournament. I have very pale skin, and i fear the sunburn would have too much of an impact on my future family plans

Edit to add. I think it conflicts with my monthly medal anyway

mickmackey1

If they're serious about golf in the Olympics, the authorities should ban absentees from the Open and PGA. Except Adam Scott, who gave a truthful reason that he just wasn't motivated.

Chivito550

PARlance wrote: »

That's a relief for GMac, considering he also lives in Florida.
It's amazing the amount of nonsense people will come up with just to have a pop at Rory.

Edit: that wasn't directed at you Alchemist.

I have no issue with Rory. I think he is a magnificent golfer.

I have an issue with dishonesty, and making up lies to get out of playing in the Olympics.

There is nothing nonsensical about pointing out his hypocrisy about holidaying in Barbados, a place with a significant Zika risk.

As great a player as he is, McIlroy is not above criticism, no matter how much the Boards.ie golf forum like to think he is.

Golfgorfield

Chivito550 wrote: »

I have no issue with Rory. I think he is a magnificent golfer.

I have an issue with dishonesty, and making up lies to get out of playing in the Olympics.

There is nothing nonsensical about pointing out his hypocrisy about holidaying in Barbados, a place with a significant Zika risk.

As great a player as he is, McIlroy is not above criticism, no matter how much the Boards.ie golf forum like to think he is.

Of your 4000 odd posts, a massive 10 are in the golf forum, will ya ever go away and dont be trolling on something you clearly are low on knowledge in.

ForeRight

mickmackey1 wrote: »

If they're serious about golf in the Olympics, the authorities should ban absentees from the Open and PGA. Except Adam Scott, who gave a truthful reason that he just wasn't motivated.

Jawgap

mickmackey1 wrote: »

If they're serious about golf in the Olympics, the authorities should ban absentees from the Open and PGA. Except Adam Scott, who gave a truthful reason that he just wasn't motivated.

yeah right!

The IGF are the body recognised by the IOC for the purposes of getting golf into the Games.

The Open is organised by the R&A, the US Open by the USGA, the Masters by Augusta National and the US PGA is organised by the PGA of America.....you think any of those organisations are going to start banning players because they wouldn't play in the Olympics?

Chivito550

Golfgorfield wrote: »

Of your 4000 odd posts, a massive 10 are in the golf forum, will ya ever go away and dont be trolling on something you clearly are low on knowledge in.

I follow all sports actually. I just choose to post mainly in the athletics forum. I posted more regularly across boards (including golf) with a previous account which I decided to close as I wanted a break from boards for awhile. Not that I need to explain myself to some randommer on the internet.

Golfgorfield

Chivito550 wrote: »

I follow all sports actually. I just choose to post mainly in the athletics forum. I posted more regularly across boards (including golf) with a previous account which I decided to close as I wanted a break from boards for awhile. Not that I need to explain myself to some randommer on the internet.

So you admit to holding Multi accounts on boards?

Your only contributions to the golf forum are banging a drum about Rory WD from the Olympics.... Hes given his reason, hes worried about the virus, as a young guy whos recently engaged and has stated he would like a family, that decision must be taken as read and respected.

Chivito550

Golfgorfield wrote: »

So you admit to holding Multi accounts on boards? WOW


Your only contributions to the golf forum re banging a drum about Rory WD from the Olympics.... Hes given his reason, hes worried about the virus, as a young guy whos recently engaged and has stated he would like a family, that decision must be taken as read and respected.

Nothing to hide. I closed an account. Then came back with a new one after awhile. That's not multiple accounts at one time. You're a bit odd.

Jawgap

Chivito550 wrote: »

I have no issue with Rory. I think he is a magnificent golfer.

I have an issue with dishonesty, and making up lies to get out of playing in the Olympics.

There is nothing nonsensical about pointing out his hypocrisy about holidaying in Barbados, a place with a significant Zika risk.

As great a player as he is, McIlroy is not above criticism, no matter how much the Boards.ie golf forum like to think he is.

absolutely.......and in golfing terms there's plenty to criticise and discuss, especially in relation to his recent game.

......but why criticise him for not playing in a tournament of no consequence on a course of questionable quality in a country with a minimal golfing pedigree? It's not like golf has always been in the Olympics - the last time it was there, was over 100 years ago and even then only 2 countries sent teams!!

If he went and in doing so it impacted adversely on his late season form, especially in relation to the Ryder Cup, he'd be rightly panned for schlepping off to the tournament!!

Chivito550

Golfgorfield wrote: »

So you admit to holding Multi accounts on boards?

Your only contributions to the golf forum are banging a drum about Rory WD from the Olympics.... Hes given his reason, hes worried about the virus, as a young guy whos recently engaged and has stated he would like a family, that decision must be taken as read and respected.

Been watching golf majors since 1995, when John Daly beat Rocca in the playoff at St Andrews, just for your information. Have never missed a Ryder Cup, have attended numerous golf events in Ireland with my dad over the years (Irish Open, European Open, WGC in Mt Julliet). But yeh I haven't a clue!

Chivito550

Golfgorfield wrote: »

So you admit to holding Multi accounts on boards?

Your only contributions to the golf forum are banging a drum about Rory WD from the Olympics.... Hes given his reason, hes worried about the virus, as a young guy whos recently engaged and has stated he would like a family, that decision must be taken as read and respected.

Why did he go to Barbados on holiday? Answer that question please.

Jawgap

Chivito550 wrote: »

I follow all sports actually. I just choose to post mainly in the athletics forum. I posted more regularly across boards (including golf) with a previous account which I decided to close as I wanted a break from boards for awhile. Not that I need to explain myself to some randommer on the internet.

If only that could apply to Rory and GMac

Chivito550

Jawgap wrote: »

absolutely.......and in golfing terms there's plenty to criticise and discuss, especially in relation to his recent game.

......but why criticise him for not playing in a tournament of no consequence on a course of questionable quality in a country with a minimal golfing pedigree? It's not like golf has always been in the Olympics - the last time it was there, was over 100 years ago and even then only 2 countries sent teams!!

If he went and in doing so it impacted adversely on his late season form, especially in relation to the Ryder Cup, he'd be rightly panned for schlepping off to the tournament!!

I've said that he should just be honest and say he doesn't want to play. The Zika excuse has been proven to be a lie as he has holidayed in Barbados, only adds to the unnecessary hysteria about the disease, and shows him to be a bit dishonest regarding this.

Golfgorfield

Chivito550 wrote: »

Why did he go to Barbados on holiday? Answer that question please.

I cant answer that question for the same reason you cant say exactly why hes not playing the Olympics, I HAVE NOT GOT A CLUE.

Chivito550

Chivito550 wrote: »

Nothing to hide. I closed an account. Then came back with a new one after awhile. That's not multiple accounts at one time. You're a bit odd.

This poster is not a troll far from it he contributes a lot to the Athletics forum. I guess the idea of boards is that you can post on anything or offer your opinion on something as you wish.

Golfgorfield

Exactly wrote: »

This poster is not a troll far from it he contributes a lot to the Athletics forum. I guess the idea of boards is that you can post on anything or offer your opinion on something as you wish.

Contributing to a different forum allows trolling on another then?

ForeRight

[Deleted User] wrote: »

This poster is not a troll far from it he contributes a lot to the Athletics forum. I guess the idea of boards is that you can post on anything or offer your opinion on something as you wish.

Exactly mate

Jawgap

Chivito550 wrote: »

Why did he go to Barbados on holiday? Answer that question please.

You seem to not realise the difference between being on hols and being out playing golf.

I picked up Dengue a few years ago when working in Indonesia - for all the times I've been there, it wasn't a problem because I was working in offices, in cities, moving around in cars and staying in hotels. I got it when I was carrying out a site visit.

Keano

Another thread that's already ran it's course!

Golfgorfield

Chivito550 wrote: »

I've said that he should just be honest and say he doesn't want to play. The Zika excuse has been proven to be a lie as he has holidayed in Barbados, only adds to the unnecessary hysteria about the disease, and shows him to be a bit dishonest regarding this.

May i remind you, this thread refers to G-Mac WD from the Olympics, there was a Rory thread but it got closed down because of idiots trolling, and banging drums about Rorys lies etc.