We know two times Claret Jug winner, John Daly, for his wild side. He never hid the news of his addiction to gambling and alcohol from anyone. He loves partying widely, which is why he got the nickname ‘the wild thing.’ But is he as wild as people presume? Daly solved this doubt years ago in 2009.

The PGA Championship winner has had many ups and down in his personal and professional life. He was so in love with alcohol that he believed his game was better when he used to drink and play. Everyone has his image as someone who parties a lot and loves alcohol. However, his statement will completely change your mind.

Is John Daly really the bad boy of golf?

Many years ago, during the million-dollar tournament, he had some fun nights with Ian Woosnam and Steve Elkington. According to him, “It was because we had some fun in South Africa one year that they nicknamed me ‘The Wild Thing.'” In reality, people who know Daly know the real golfer. They know that the PGA pro was not as wild as titled. “But the people around me, who know me, realise I am not a wild guy. People think I am some kind of crazy, lunatic wild man, but I am not.”

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He further specified that he was more laid back than a party animal because he goes to bed daily by 8 pm. He explained himself, “I am more laid back and don’t do anything when I am at a tournament. I don’t really go anywhere, but people seem to think I do, and it is funny. I am in bed by eight every night, pretty much.” Daly does not go out much; however, people thought differently, and it was humorous. The way people had speculations about the pro golfer.

In 2009, Daly stayed in England after they banned him from the PGA tour for six months. He was supposed to tee off in the first round of the European Open at The London Club in Kent. He was banned because he ended up locked up when his alcohol issue spiraled. Earlier, he also broke a fan’s camera. All this was pointing in the direction where he was a hellraiser. The wild thing nickname fits perfectly. However, Daly did not believe himself as a hellraiser and explained the real him.

What is Daly looking forward to?

Daly recently played in the PNC Championship and paired up with his son. Last year’s winners, the Daly duo, finished second this year. However, they had a great time together, and the Instagram post from his son was proof of the fact. Despite the knee surgery on the way, the pro golfer chose to play with his son and expressed his love. 

However, now he has to focus on his knee surgery and recovery. He also has bladder cancer and is undergoing treatment for the same. All we hope is soon recovery for the pro golfer so we can see him bounce back healthy in 2023.

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Do you think Daly is a bad boy or a wild thing? Or do you agree with what he said about himself? Let us know in the comments below.