John Daly 2008 in Review

Tragedy and Comedy

In January, Daly is witnessed by many at a wild party the night before he withdraws from the fourth round of the Bob Hope tournament.

In March 2008, Daly's swing coach Butch Harmon quits, saying that Daly would rather get drunk than play golf.

In April, a video surfaces of Daly playing shirtless and shoeless at Murder Rock Golf Club.

In May, Daly's third ex-wife, Paulette Dean Daly is alleged to have been having an affair with Roger Clemens.

In June, Daly hits a drive off the top of Kid Rock's beer can during the Buick Open pro-am at Warwick Hills.

In September, Daly's fourth ex-wife is arrested for stealing his cell phone.

On Sunday, October 26, 2008, Daly was taken into protective custody by Winston-Salem police after he was found drunk outside an area Hooters restaurant.

In December, Daly grabs a spectator's camera and smashes it against a tree. Spectators weren't supposed to have cameras, and players come to Daly's defense, saying he was unfairly provoked.

Also in December, it is estimated that Daly's month long tour of Australian tournaments generated $3 million worth of business for Australian golf, in exchange for $50,000 worth of hotel accommodations and airfare.

On the last day of the year, Daly announces he has been suspended for six months from the PGA tour for attracting unwanted publicity.