Golfer Max Homa Quits Social Media Citing Toxic Environment

Max Homa, a six-time PGA Tour winner, has largely stepped away from social media, particularly Twitter (now known as X), describing it as an 'awful, awful place' and a 'safe haven for assholes' due to the overwhelming negativity and hate he has experienced online. Despite missing the connection with fans, Homa finds the toxic environment on social media emotionally draining and a waste of energy, especially as a well-known player facing a slump in form during the 2025 season. He highlighted the challenges of losing anonymity and how the constant scrutiny affects his personal life and mental health. This sentiment is echoed by others in the sports community, indicating a trend of athletes distancing themselves from social media due to abusive comments and vitriol. Meanwhile, Lexi Thompson's 2024 announcement about stepping away from full-time play has caused confusion since she never explicitly used the term 'retirement,' leading to mixed reactions from peers about how she handled the communication. Thompson continues to play intermittently in 2025, which has further fueled the misunderstanding about her status on the LPGA Tour.