The messages drew immediate criticism on social media for their hate, ignorance and bigotry. On Tuesday morning, Piercy posted an apology to his Instagram account. "Whenever I post my intent is NEVER to offend. I want to apologize if any of my recent story posts have been offensive. I will do better!" Although the PGA Tour disavowed the remarks—"We were made aware of Scott’s post and are disappointed in the lack of judgement used," the Tour said to Golf Digest—Piercy has not received public punishment.