Wesley Bryan addresses backlash over Internet Invitational tweet
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026

Wesley Bryan clarified his recent tweet regarding the Internet Invitational, stating he agrees with critics who believe having top players would not improve the event. The second Internet Invitational concluded with a prize pool increasing from $1 million to $4 million. The event featured 64 content creators and highlighted the potential for lower-ranked players to succeed. Bryan faced criticism for suggesting the best eight players should replace the lowest-ranked participants, a comment he said was intended to provoke thought. He acknowledged the backlash while emphasizing his support for the current format.
- •The finale of the Internet Invitational took place at Big Cedar Lodge.
- •Prize money increased from $1 million in 2025 to $4 million in 2026.
- •Bryan's tweet sparked significant backlash regarding the inclusion of higher-handicap players.
- •The event highlighted the success of lower-ranked players, who can win despite draft position.
- •Bryan discussed the incident on the Fore Play Podcast.
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Wesley Bryan clarifies his controversial tweet after The Internet Invitational finishes
"Wesley Bryan has claimed that he agrees with everyone who insisted that the Internet Invitational would not be better had the best eight players in the world replaced the worst golfers at Big Cedar Lodge. The finale of the second Internet Invitational was posted on Thursday.
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