After Ian Poulter fired an opening round 2-under 70 at the Dubai Desert Classic, he spoke to the media about his interview in Golf World UK magazine. An angered Poulter said:
The question was asked, where do I see myself and could I get to No. 1 in the world. My answer to that question was, 'As long as Tiger Woods is playing golf, I can't get to No. 1 in the world and nor can many other players. And quite frankly, if I do fulfill my potential, I do believe the gap between me and second is achievable, so therefore I do have a chance of getting second in the world if I work hard and fulfill my potential.
Chris Jones, the Editor of Golf World UK, said the full interview with Poulter should be read, rather than the 'juicy soundbites' the media has published, reports the Associated Press.
Ian's manager is happy with the interview as it appeared in the March issue of Golf World magazine, where Ian's comments can be seen in the full context they were intended. People should read the full interview, rather than the juicy soundbites picked up by the British media.
