After being the instigator of arguably the most controversial moment in Solheim Cup history, Suzann Pettersen finally apologized Sunday evening after she was scolded on social media for her unsportsmanlike conduct.
Hell broke out on the 17th green when American Alison Lee missed a putt on the 17th green before picking her ball up, under the assumption Europe had conceded. While Europe’s Charley Hull was already walking towards the last hole, villainess and playing partner Petterson claimed Europe had not conceded the short putt. The match referee intervened and awarded Europe the hole – and the match.
“I’ve never felt more gutted and truly sad,” the 34-year-old Norwegian said on social media. “I was trying my hardest for my team and put the single match and the point that could be earned ahead of sportsmanship and the game of golf itself. I feel like I let my team down. I have learned a valuable lesson about what is truly important in this great game.”
Only time will tell as to whether Pettersen has learned her lesson, but one thing is for sure, she single-handedly tarnished the 2015 Solheim Cup and everything it stands for. Shame on you.