Thomas, Koepka declare PGA Tour, LIV golfers are'sick' of Alan Shipnuck

PGA Tour stars Justin Thomas and Brooks Koepka have expressed their frustration with golf journalist Alan Shipnuck.

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Thomas and Koepka are among a group of players who are "sick" of Shipnuck, according to Thomas.

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Their frustration stems from a recent excerpt from Shipnuck's upcoming book, "LIV and Let Die."The excerpt contains critical comments about Rory McIlroy,

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a close friend of Thomas.Koepka is also quoted in the excerpt, making disparaging remarks about his PGA Tour colleagues.

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Thomas and Koepka believe that Shipnuck is trying to stir up controversy and make money by bashing golfers.

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They accuse him of using anonymous sources and publishing inaccurate information.

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Thomas and Koepka's comments are a reflection of the growing divide between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf.

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The PGA Tour has suspended players who have joined LIV Golf, and the two tours are now locked in a legal battle.

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The feud between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf is one of the most divisive stories in golf history.

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