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Max Homa Renounces X Over ‘Safe Haven for Assholes,’ Embraces Real-World Fans

Citing death threats along with pervasive vitriol, the six-time PGA Tour winner has stayed off X since February.

Overview

  • He described X as “an awful, awful place,” calling it a “safe haven for assholes” during a press conference before the John Deere Classic.
  • Homa’s X account has been inactive since early February, marking nearly five months away from the platform.
  • He pointed to relentless online hate, including death threats, as the main reason for his social media boycott.
  • The 34-year-old said he misses fan interactions but prefers engaging in person rather than through digital platforms.
  • Fellow PGA Tour pro Michael Kim voiced support for Homa’s decision and said breaks from social media can benefit mental health.