Max Homa Throws Club at RBC Heritage After Criticizing Others

The golfer's club-throwing incident came just days after he called such behavior a 'bad look' for players.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 5:05pm

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Max Homa shot a 2-under 69 in the final round of the RBC Heritage tournament, but his club-throwing incident during the round drew the most attention. Just days earlier, Homa had criticized other golfers for similar behavior, calling it a 'bad look' that made players seem 'spoiled.' However, Homa was unable to control his own frustration on the course, leading him to throw his club in disgust after a failed shot. This was not the first time Homa has been seen throwing clubs during a tournament.

Why it matters

Homa's actions highlight the ongoing debate around player conduct on the golf course, particularly when it comes to displays of frustration like club-throwing. As a prominent player, Homa's comments and actions carry weight, and his inability to follow his own advice raises questions about the sport's culture and expectations for professional golfers.

The details

Homa's club-throwing incident occurred on the final day of the RBC Heritage tournament, where he shot a 2-under 69. After a failed attempt to escape a sandy, native area, Homa heaved his club forward to the ground in disgust. This came just days after Homa had criticized other golfers, including Sergio Garcia, for similar actions, calling it a 'bad look' that made players seem 'spoiled.' Homa acknowledged that he has been prone to using foul language on the course, though he tries to be mindful of his surroundings. This was not the first time Homa has been seen throwing clubs during a tournament, as he also did so at last year's PGA Championship.

  • On Sunday, April 19, 2026, Homa threw his club during the final round of the RBC Heritage tournament.
  • Just days earlier, on Wednesday, April 16, 2026, Homa criticized other golfers for similar behavior during a pre-tournament press conference.

The players

Max Homa

An American professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour. He has won multiple PGA Tour events and is known for his outspoken comments on player conduct and behavior.

Sergio Garcia

A Spanish professional golfer who has won multiple PGA Tour and European Tour events, including the 2017 Masters Tournament. He was issued a code-of-conduct penalty at the 2026 Masters for slamming and breaking his driver.

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What they’re saying

“I don't like when people break clubs. I don't like when people beat up the golf course because we deal with it, and I think breaking clubs makes us look very, very spoiled.”

— Max Homa, Professional Golfer

“I say a lot of bad words. I very much try to do it not when a kid can hear. So I do think there's some, hey, don't say it in front of the wrong person, like be a bit aware of your surroundings. Not saying I've never done it.”

— Max Homa, Professional Golfer

What’s next

The PGA Tour is expected to review Homa's club-throwing incident and determine if any disciplinary action is warranted, particularly in light of his previous comments criticizing similar behavior from other players.

The takeaway

Homa's actions highlight the ongoing challenge of maintaining professional conduct and sportsmanship in the high-pressure world of professional golf. As a prominent player, Homa's inability to follow his own advice raises questions about the sport's culture and the need for stronger enforcement of codes of conduct to set a positive example for the next generation of golfers.