Celtic owner targeted by fan protest as he played in St Andrews pro-am
Celtic FC principal shareholder Dermot Desmond was targeted by fans throwing tennis balls during a pro-am golf tournament at St Andrews. The protest highlights ongoing supporter dissatisfaction with the club's leadership and lack of progress.
Why it matters
This incident reflects the growing tension between football club owners and fan bases regarding accountability and club performance.
Celtic's principal shareholder Dermot Desmond had tennis balls thrown towards him during his visit to the Alfred Dunhill Links golf tournament at St Andrews in a protest from fans.
The 76-year-old – who has been criticised by supporters for an apparent lack of progress on the pitch – was taking part in the pro-am event on Saturday when the disruption happened on the green of the 15th hole.
Tennis balls with pictures of Desmond's faces crossed out where thrown on to the green, with Desmond then escorted off the course by security.
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