Professional player Michelle Wie West dumped Rudy Giulani on Friday night because of the naughty comments she made about her on Steve Bannon’s podcast, “War Room.” The former New York mayor shared a story on Thursday about Rush Limbaugh, who died earlier that day, when he and the late right-wing show host caught Wie’s underwear while playing golf.
Wie, who won 5 LPGA titles, called the story “extremely inappropriate” in a note shared on Twitter. “What this person should have remembered from that day was that we shot 64 and defeated every male golfer on the field that led our team to victory,” she wrote. “I tremble at the thought of a smile on my face and complimenting my game as I objectify and refer to the ‘panties’ on my back all day.”
According to Giuliani, during a charity tournament where amateurs paid to play professional golfers, his and Limbaugh’s group – which also included Roger Ailes and Cigar Aficionado editor Marvin Shanken – were paired with Wie. Giuliani asked Bannon if he could share a “funny story” and launched into an anecdote, in which he says that he and Limbaugh tried to avoid the paparazzi who were following them, before realizing that they were not in the spotlight.
“Michelle Wie is on the green and getting ready to putt,” Giuliani said. “Now, Michelle Wie is gorgeous. She has 6 legs. And she has a strange position to put on. She bends over and her panties show. And the press went crazy … They were trying to take pictures of her panties.[Rush], it’s not me, it’s not you, it’s her panties. ‘”
He ended the story with “Is it okay to tell that joke? I’m not sure”.
Bannon replied, “I’ve already said it, so I don’t know.”
While Wie’s note did not name Giuliani directly, she confirmed that she led the group to victory. She also commented on her position, saying: “My positioning position six years ago was designed to improve my positioning statistics (I ended up winning the US Open that year), NOT as an invitation. to look for my skirt! ”
She added: “What should be discussed is the level of elite skill that women play at, not what we wear or show.”
Twitter users praised her response, which sparked a discussion about misogyny and sexism in sports.
The coaches and parents of the young golfers also weighed in, sharing some of the experiences they saw in the sport.
There has also been criticism of sportswear manufacturer Nike for women’s golf outfits.
United States Golf Association he also got involved, sharing Wie’s Tweet with the comment: “Sexism doesn’t take place in golf or in life. We are always in your corner, @MichelleWieWest. “
Wie was recently interrupted from the tourist circuit after giving birth to her daughter in June last year.