Jason Day, the former World #1 PGA TOUR player, has left Nike Golf to become the first player to be sponsored by Malbon Golf for his apparel. This move is seen as the first of several high profile exits. There were rumors of Tony Finau leaving for LIV Golf, but he is staying on the PGA Tour. The Sentry, the opening event of the golf season, is set to start on Thursday in Hawaii. Jason Day's departure from Nike has sparked speculation about Tiger Woods potentially leaving as well.
🚨Departing Nike ambassador Jason Day appeared to take a shot at the company for its apparel offerings ☠️ — "There have been times that I'd be standing on the first tee and look over to see another golfer in essentially the same outfit as me. I'm excited to be able to go outside… https://t.co/nsaGHFi5us
Jason Day is the first big-name player to leave Nike golf amid rumors that Tiger Woods could bolt sooner rather than later. The former World No. 1 has signed a deal with the very unique Malbon Golf brand. READ: https://t.co/BMpdATziIl https://t.co/b3aLktC4nZ
Golf season starts Thursday with The Sentry from Hawaii. Our projections and projected ownership will be up Wednesday. https://t.co/VjSZoDUlqS
🚨#LAUNCH 🚀 Jason Day x @MalbonGolf is official with a hype video. https://t.co/7C2zYwDtmc
Just a month ago, there were rumors that Tony Finau was leaving for LIV Golf. Not only is he staying on the PGA Tour, he holds plenty of value entering the year's opening event. The Sentry betting guide: https://t.co/SGP35FKrjA
🚨JUST IN: Jason Day becomes the first PGA TOUR player to be sponsored by @MalbonGolf for his apparel. The former World #1 leaves Nike Golf in what could be the first of several high profile exits. (📸 & first reported by @PGATOURSMartin) https://t.co/oOrBGBFAgZ