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Dustin Johnson took a break from golf due to personal challenges in 2014, shocking millions of golf fans. During this time, his whole family stood by him. Talking about Johnson’s difficult time, Wayne Gretzky’s wife, actress Janet Jones gave a strong statement in 2015, about how he could be feeling.

Jones’s views give a unique perspective on a very sensitive topic about how Johnson must’ve felt in during various rumors. Before his decision, there were rumors that Johnson was suspended from the PGA tour. As per reports, the reason for this was that he had failed the cocaine test. 

Janet Jones’s frank admissions about Dustin Johnson’s absence from golf

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“Maybe he wasn’t comfortable in his own skin before,” Janet Jones said. Continuing, she remarked, “Maybe he felt a little alone out there.”  Through these statements, it seems that Jones is trying to put forwards Dustin’s perspective which not many people might’ve thought of. 


Jones talked about how Johnson spent time with specific people and groups. She also added that it was tough to understand who were real friends. Further, she stated, “Now there’s no mistaking”, which depicts that Dustin’s doubts about his friends are now solved.

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Jones mentioned how Paulina and the entire family loved him. She also added that “No one is perfect.” With his family’s support, Johnson was able to sign up for the LIV golf tournament. His performance in the LIV golf brought him surprising accolades. 

Dustin Johnson’s LIV golf tournament performance, rewards and his unbelievable response 

The professional golfer won the LIV golf tournament and received a prize money of $18 million. Since this was the first season of LIV golf, the moment was special for Johnson. What made it more memorable was that Johnson’s name was now a part of the LIV golf records. 

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Later, talking about playing in the LIV golf tournament, Dustin said that it was an honor. He thanked Greg Norman, his caddie Austin, Paulina along with his teammates Pa, Patrick, Taylor, LIV and his fans. Later, he expressed his enthusiasm to play in LIV golf’s future seasons. 

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Johnson’s LIV golf season performance reflects the power of a family’s strong support. Janet Jones’s statements which reflect empathy towards Dustin will always inspire fans to always stand by their families. What do you think of Janet Jones’s statements and Dustin Johnson’s golf journey? Share your unique perspective in the comments section. 

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