Some of Tiger Woods’ sponsors confirms their relationship with Tiger will continue
How about $100 Million dollars a year from advertisers because you are “the man”? Then, they find out that you have a scandal going on. How would you react?
According to MSNBC.com, Tiger Woods’ sponsors reacted positively after he apologized for his “transgressions“. That’s a hefty forgiveness tag and I don’t blame them. They should give Tiger the benefit of the doubt and if he did in fact have affairs going on and have apologized and vowed not to continue, he should be given a fair second chance don’t you think?
I am one who will not judge because everyone of us makes mistakes. If you think you haven’t, then cast the first stone. It may not be an affair, but it could be something else that is deemed immoral by others. If I was a partner with Tiger – I will still continue to foster that partnership – - that is until, he breaks his promise.
Here are some of the reactions from major sponsors:
Nike
“Nike supports Tiger and his family. Our relationship remains unchanged,” the company said in a statement.
Gatorade
“Tiger and his family have our support as they work through this private matter. Our partnership continues,” Pepsico, the owner of Gatorade, said in a statement.
Gillette
“At this time, we are not making any changes to our existing marketing programs. As a matter of policy, we don’t comment on future marketing plans,” Procter & Gamble, the owner of Gillette, said in a statement.
Electronic Arts
“Our strong relationship with Tiger for more than a decade remains unchanged. We respect Tiger’s privacy, we wish him a fast recovery and we look forward to seeing him back on the golf course,” the company said in a statement.
TLC Vision
“Tiger Woods is important to TLC Vision. Our relationship with him continues without change. This is a private matter and we have no further comment,” the company said in a statement.
TLC Vision
“Tiger Woods is important to TLC Vision. Our relationship with him continues without change. This is a private matter and we have no further comment,” the company said in a statement.
But according to reports, if his marriage ends — Tiger would have to pay a sum in the amount of $300 Million dollars to his wife. Ouch!
