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Fri Aug 14, 2009 8:36 am EDT

John Daly drops out of PGA tourney, releases new power ballad

By Jay Busbee

Thursday at the PGA was just another day for John Daly -- which is to say, pinballing between highs and lows, drama at every instant. Just a few holes after dropping an eagle putt at no. 7, Daly withdrew from the PGA Championship, citing a bad back.

In recent months, Daly has sought to completely rehabilitate his image, and there were indications that he was well on his way to getting his life back together. Problem was, he apparently came too far too fast, and in recent weeks cited all kinds of health problems related to his sudden weight loss.

Thursday's round appeared to be a bumpy but decent one; after a birdie at the par-3 16th, Daly stood at two over. But then two straight double bogeys dropped him to a 78, and he left the course without speaking publicly. He later posted on his Twitter feed that a long-running injury, sustained three years ago when he tried to stop his swing upon hearing a camera's shutter whir, had flared up again. And then he was done.

Ah, but that's not all. Just hours after dropping out of the PGA, Daly, who's got a history with the six-string, graced his Twitter followers with a new song called "Lost Soul." It's the title track from a forthcoming CD, one that I can guarantee I'll be buying.

The song's got a '80s power ballad wave-your-lighters-in-the-air vibe to it -- matter of fact, I think those are the opening chords of "Every Rose Has Its Thorn." And the lyrics are all about girlfriends in prison and daddies pulling guns on July 4th -- were it anybody else, I'd say it was cliche, but since this is Daly we're talking, it's probably autobiography. Check it out and see for yourself.

Thank heaven for John Daly. In doing absolutely nothing, he's still more interesting than almost all the field.

Daly withdraws after a 78 [AP via Yahoo! Sports]
John Daly, "Lost Soul"

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  1. ajax33@...
    1. Posted by ajax33@... Fri Aug 14, 2009 9:13 am EDT

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    It is sad but somehow you can't pull your eyes off of watching a trainwreck either...he's obviously having a relapse and needs encouragement to overcome it...Good luck John - don't ever give up !! It's not over unless you quit !!!
  2. chad_harvard_blueblood
    2. Posted by chad_harvard_blueblood Fri Aug 14, 2009 9:18 am EDT

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    Your last line, "(t)hank heaven for John Daly. In doing absolutely nothing, he's still more interesting than almost all the field" says it all. When Mr. Woods is on his game, the PGA is simply not that interesting any more. I do not care for all the media coverage of Mr. Woods, but no one else has stepped up with the kind of play that would steer the media away from Eldrick Woods coverage. Cink did for a day or so, but look what has happened at the PGA! And, for those who emailed me about "Eldrick" -- I don't accept the use of self-aggrandizing nicknames. No J-Lo, Bradgelina, etc. What if I went around as "Stud Hampton?" Stud fits me better than Tiger fits Mr. Woods, but I would never do that.
  3. qwestisthebest
    3. Posted by qwestisthebest Fri Aug 14, 2009 9:58 am EDT

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    John is done for regular tour. Waits for 50 and over tour or goes to Nationwide tour.
  4. jill
    4. Posted by jill Fri Aug 14, 2009 9:58 am EDT

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    I wish the best for you John Daly, my husband and I always enjoy watching you on the golf circuit. Life is a struggle and some just make it look so easy. My Mom always says to me, you get up and put one foot in front of the other and one that is striking me every day at 52 is that "growing old isn't for sissies". You are a good person and I hope you find happiness. A tad selfish but it would sure be nice if you could get back on that course and cream the ball like the days of old. You do have what it takes to win those tournaments. But a good record would be fun also!
  5. Stephen H
    5. Posted by Stephen H Fri Aug 14, 2009 10:19 am EDT

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    This guy is an embarrassment to the game of golf. He has no tour card and no status, hopefully the sponsors exemptions will end. If he wants to play on the PGA Tour then he should go and qaulify like 99% of the players on tour had to do. The gravy train of living off your cult status is DONE!.
  6. Stephen H
    6. Posted by Stephen H Fri Aug 14, 2009 10:19 am EDT

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    This guy is an embarrassment to the game of golf. He has no tour card and no status, hopefully the sponsors exemptions will end. If he wants to play on the PGA Tour then he should go and qualify like 99% of the players on tour had to do. The gravy train of living off your cult status is DONE!.
  7. nonavailable
    7. Posted by nonavailable Fri Aug 14, 2009 10:21 am EDT

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    onlt thing i hear alot of cmments about is of course tiger igreat we all know it bu in tournaments there are others playing great games but nothing menrion ot shon how sad for the others just watch the golf games and notice who gets all the show as i said heis GREAT bu show some of the others.
  8. nonavailable
    8. Posted by nonavailable Fri Aug 14, 2009 10:23 am EDT

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    onlt thing i hear alot of cmments about is of course tiger igreat we all know it bu in tournaments there are others playing great games but nothing menryinedon or shownhow sad for the others just watch the golf games and notice who gets all the show as i said heis GREAT bu show some of the others.
  9. nonavailable
    9. Posted by nonavailable Fri Aug 14, 2009 10:23 am EDT

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    onlt thing i hear alot of cmments about is of course tiger igreat we all know it bu in tournaments there are others playing great games but nothing menryinedon or shownhow sad for the others just watch the golf games and notice who gets all the show as i said heis GREAT bu show some of the others.
  10. nonavailable
    10. Posted by nonavailable Fri Aug 14, 2009 10:23 am EDT

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    onlt thing i hear alot of cmments about is of course tiger igreat we all know it bu in tournaments there are others playing great games but nothing menryinedon or shownhow sad for the others just watch the golf games and notice who gets all the show as i said heis GREAT bu show some of the others.
  11. Vance
    11. Posted by Vance Fri Aug 14, 2009 10:35 am EDT

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    Good luck, John. Its your turn.
  12. ifly2gethi
    12. Posted by ifly2gethi Fri Aug 14, 2009 10:45 am EDT

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    This country is an exercise in superlatives - we have to be the loudest, proudest, have the fastest cars and microprocessors, smallest and lightest computers, be the most obsessive-compulsive - but why not the most humble?
    Few like the loud-mouthed bully on the block.
    John, you've had years of being in the public eye, for good or for bad... often times you've chosen unwisely. You've certainly had the opportunity to be a positive role model, and often you'd chosen otherwise. Beers in hand before the "grip it and rip it" drive down the fairway come immediately to mind - not exactly what you'd call gentlemanly, is it?
    A little humility earlier on would have served you better today, but at least now you're on the right track, as evidenced in your song (hackneyed as it may be).
    From a musical standpoint - don't quit your day job. Oh wait! You already did!
    Bummer, dude.
    Maybe you can do a duet with Michael Vick - perhaps call it "Fill A Dell - Free A. Fre Dum RE DOO" yo yo yo!
  13. Victor M
    13. Posted by Victor M Fri Aug 14, 2009 11:48 am EDT

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    John Daly takes EVERYTHING FOR GRANTED. He has abused his health, laughed at the idea of taking care of himself, MOCKED any basic health principles, flaunted being fat and drunk while letting a cigarette hang out of his mouth. I have no understanding why anyone feels sorry for him.
  14. Dale M
    14. Posted by Dale M Fri Aug 14, 2009 1:31 pm EDT

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    You're done John. Time to ride off into the sunset, horrible waste of talent.
  15. Jesus
    15. Posted by Jesus Fri Aug 14, 2009 2:53 pm EDT

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    That's funny....I just read this article earlier today http://revampeddefense.com/?p=26 haha JD is #1!
  16. Lucas
    16. Posted by Lucas Fri Aug 14, 2009 3:54 pm EDT

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    New Song? It's at least 3 years old.
    http://thescotsman.scotsman.com/sport/Lost-soul-Daly-uses-love.2793781.jp
  17. Steve S
    17. Posted by Steve S Fri Aug 14, 2009 4:09 pm EDT

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    Good Luck John.
  18. PingZinger
    18. Posted by PingZinger Fri Aug 14, 2009 6:34 pm EDT

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    Too bad he does not GET IT... Take some time off and get some help with your LIFE...
  19. Go Gators
    19. Posted by Go Gators Fri Aug 14, 2009 7:42 pm EDT

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    So, what is the theme of this column? That John Daly is interesting? What an insult to the field. Please.
    Jay Busbee needs a little help coming up with story lines.
  20. jimbo
    20. Posted by jimbo Fri Aug 14, 2009 9:04 pm EDT

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    Looooooser.... couldn't just go to Q-school like regular golfers, could you..??
    Instead you sell the story of your [profane]ty life to anyone who'll buy it, which are all the OTHER losers in the world....
    Instead you stand outside the golf course with your hand out waiting for a sponsor's exemption. Could you look around for a moment and tell me what OTHER 20 YEAR pros get into tournaments in that manner....??
    You lazy sorry f%$^&k
    25 withdrawals in the last number of years when how many countless other would die to be in your shoes..??
  21. Go Gators
    21. Posted by Go Gators Fri Aug 14, 2009 9:31 pm EDT

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    So, what is the theme of this column? That John Daly is interesting? What an insult to the field. Please.
    Jay Busbee needs a little help coming up with story lines.
  22. yo_fredom
    22. Posted by yo_fredom Fri Aug 14, 2009 9:42 pm EDT

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    Guys who never stood before a gallery are giving lots of advice about how to react or feel at the tee. I know as a pro musician that lots of folks need to tell you how to play. Get a haircut, you're over 50...lol I do it my way and make a good living doing it. A good line from Bob Dylan's "Maggies Farm" "Everyone else wants you to be just like them." Screw em. You hit balls and I'll pluck tunes and live the way we want. Critics. I wonder how many have played golf for money. If I can can give one piece of advice, NEVER Play Alice Cooper for more than $10 a hole. You will end up broke...lol
    Go John, I'll pay to watch you drive.
  23. weekender
    23. Posted by weekender Fri Aug 14, 2009 10:49 pm EDT

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    I saw that eagle. Daly can still play. As for being tired of seeing the greatest athlete of any sport in any era, suit yourself Turn off the tube. I won't watch unless he's playing. I bet Obama as president is really grating on you too, eh, racist?
  24. Adante
    24. Posted by Adante Fri Aug 14, 2009 11:11 pm EDT

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    You have got to Check out this new Song and Video for Tiger Woods it is Hilarious !!!
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RN9nFWIiHdY

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