Cameron Smith’s Shoey Antics at LIV Golf Adelaide Tournament Divide Fans
Cameron Smith, the Australian golfer, is making headlines not just for his impressive performance at the LIV Golf Adelaide tournament but also for his wild antics off the course. Smith, who is only three strokes behind the leader, is in a great position to clinch his first win of the season as he stands tied at fifth with a score of 11 under.
However, what really caught the attention of golf enthusiasts was a video that surfaced on social media showing Smith engaging in the Australian tradition of “Shoey.” In the video posted by the golfing page Flushing It, Smith can be seen chugging a cold beverage from a shoe on stage at a rock concert the night before the tournament. The post captioned the video as “Cam Smith doing shoeys at a rock concert the night before trying to chase down a 3 shot lead for his first win of the season. It doesn’t get more Aussie than that.”
While some found Smith’s actions amusing and fitting for his fun-loving personality, others criticized him for what they deemed as unprofessional behavior during a competitive event. Fans mocked Smith on social media, with some questioning the seriousness of the LIV Golf events and others suggesting that such antics diminish the professionalism of the sport.
Despite the mixed reactions, one thing is for sure – Cameron Smith’s shoey moment has certainly added an element of excitement and controversy to the LIV Golf Adelaide tournament. Whether you agree with the fans or not, one thing is certain – Smith’s actions have sparked a lively debate among golf enthusiasts.