Tom Kim got a warning after he broke a locker room door at the Genesis Championship in October.
Reports say that after a meeting, there won’t be any punishment for him.
Kim lost to An Byeong-hun in a playoff, and in frustration, he damaged the door.
Kim’s Apology and Reaction
After the incident, Kim quickly congratulated his opponent and then took to Instagram to apologize. “There has been a lot of false reporting, and I wanted to clean things up,” he wrote. He explained that while he was upset about losing, damaging the locker wasn’t his intention at all.
He also said he talked with the DP World Tour and KPGA immediately after it happened to explain how the door came off its hinges. Some fans might think it’s good he’s taking responsibility.
Kim expressed gratitude for all the support messages but apologized sincerely to anyone who felt let down by his actions. He agreed to cover all repair costs for the locker room damage.
Official Response and Conclusion
A picture showed the door completely removed from its hinges, which Kim said was due to “safety concerns.” The KPGA noted that Kim didn’t maintain proper dignity during this event but considered the matter closed after his response.
In October 2022, Kim made history as the first player since Tiger Woods to win twice on Tour before turning 21; now he’s ranked 25th worldwide. What do you think about how he handled everything?
