Sponsor Ralph Lauren drops Justin Thomas following homophobic slur in Hawaii

Thomas, the world number three, was heard using a derogatory word

Ralph Lauren has ended its sponsorship of Justin Thomas (David Davies/PA)

Clothing company Ralph Lauren has terminated its sponsorship of Justin Thomas following the American’s homophobic slur during the third round of the Sentry Tournament of Champions.

Thomas, the world number three, was heard using the derogatory word towards himself after missing a par putt on the fourth hole at Kapalua last weekend.