Charley Hull is a golfer whose appearance causes various controversies. The well-known name of the golf scene attracted the most attention last season, becoming viral for smoking on the course. However, after harsh criticism and furious reactions from golf experts, colleagues and fans, Hull promised that she would quit smoking. In the video clip, the 28-year-old spoke with Ryan Evans, a golfer and friend, stating that she would give him $10,000 if she smoked a cigarette within the next two months. Her determination to quit smoking was evident.
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"Today, I've made the decision I'm going to stop smoking," -she told him, as quoted by Miami Herald.
"I'm going to give them to Ryan now. I'm going to do a 10-grand bet with you. I get no money in it. Ten-grand bet. If I pick up a cigarette in the next two months, I'll give you 10grand and I'm shaking on that. Deal?"
Evans shook hands with her, saying that he would record 24 hours a day. The golfer decided to joke, but it seems that even he is not sure whether the famous golfer will really stop smoking.
"I'm going to have to record you 24 hours a day."- Evans said.
Charley Hull on her decision
The Englishwoman even said that Evans could throw the cigarettes in the trash. A few hours later, Charley decided to further explain her views, saying that she would not use vape, but that she would probably use snus.
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It is difficult to give a real answer whether Hull will succeed in this, but aware of the criticism and reaction, Charley decided to take an important step. Being an athlete involves a lot of sacrifices, and some believe that Hull decided to throw away the cigarettes quite late. Still, better late than never! We will see if this decision will be reflected in her results on the golf courses.
