Overview
- Bale says he played golf only once every two to three weeks and only on days off during his years at Real Madrid.
- He describes being “slaughtered” by Spanish media and blames a long-running mischaracterization for the criticism.
- Addressing the “Wales. Golf. Madrid. In that order” celebration, he says he never touched the flag and was simply joining teammates.
- He reflects that he was naive about Madrid’s media spotlight and regrets not defending himself more forcefully at the time.
- He highlights five Champions League titles and three LaLiga crowns with Madrid as evidence of his professionalism and impact.