Elkington apologises for offensive tweet

A golfer at the Senior Open Championship has apologised after making offensive remarks on Twitter.

Sat, 27 Jul, 2013 - 21:36

A golfer at the Senior Open Championship has apologised after making offensive remarks on Twitter.

Steve Elkington, the 1995 US PGA champion, used a term offensive to people from Pakistan, while he also heavily criticised Southport, where the tournament is being held.

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Courts Golf Heathrow Place: Pakistan Place: Southport Person: Elkington Person: Steve Elkington Event: Senior Open Championship Event: 1995 US PGA

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