Amanda Balionis snaps back at trolls after controversial interview
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A few chirps are not going to get in the way of how Amanda Balionis handles her business.

Over the weekend, a CBS Sports reporter defended her approach during a third-round interview with Rickie Fowler at the Charles Schwab Challenge. Critics had taken issue with her questions regarding the six-time PGA Tour champion’s chances of competing for a title after his period of “neutral” play, as mentioned by the Irish Star.

“In regards to being your true self instead of attempting to align with what you assume others see as ‘perfect’ or ‘good enough,’ here is a clear example of why striving for the latter is an unattainable and exhausting endeavor,” Balionis shared in an Instagram Story that has since disappeared.

She then spotlighted two critical comments in the post, with one urging CBS to cut ties while the other griped about the “negative” Fowler Q&A.

In her concluding remarks, Balionis stated, “Being authentic simplifies the process of discerning which feedback is worthwhile (hint: it’s never from unknown naysayers) compared to striving to meet everyone’s expectations.”

“Nobody wants the same thing and you’ll end up turning yourself into an unrecognizable pretzel,” she wrote. “Okay that’s all. Thanks for coming to my Ted Talk that absolutely nobody asked for.”

Balionis, who stirred buzz this month with a critical take from the PGA Championship, went on to thank her supporters Sunday after Ben Griffin sealed his second PGA Tour win at Colonial.

“Also did not expect so many amazing messages after my trolling story … thanks for the reminder that this place can be full of amazing and positive people too,” she wrote.

Fowler, who has struggled in recent years, finished Sunday in a tie for 16th at 5-under par overall.

Balionis’ social media activity has garnered much attention recently.

At the conclusion of last week’s PGA Championship, Balionis gave shoutouts to LIV Golf stars Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm for fulfilling media duties after falling to Scottie Scheffler in the second major of the season.

The post raised eyebrows as Rory McIlroy, the reigning Masters champion, blew off the media following a rough weekend at Quail Hollow. He finished tied for 47th at 3-over.

“Appreciate these two for taking the time to talk after a gutting loss,” Balionis wrote in an Instagram Story. “Simply a reminder that no one is obligated to talk, it’s a choice. And to bring us in after coming so close to a career accomplishment is awesome for the viewer.”

Balinois was entangled in McIlroy’s breakup drama last May when he filed for divorce from wife Erica Stoll.

Amid speculation about the nature of their relationship, Us Weekly confirmed McIlory and Balionis “are not dating and only have a professional relationship.”

McIlroy and Stoll reconciled in June 2024.

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