ADAM Scott will not sack controversial caddie Steve Williams.

Scott, on the eve of the Australian Open in Sydney, said today he had addressed the Kiwi's racial slur against Tiger Woods, made at a caddies' awards dinner in Shanghai on Friday night.

"I want it made very clear that I do not support, nor condone racism," Scott said.

"I believe there is absolutely no room for racial discrimination in any walk of life, including the game of golf.

"I have discussed this matter directly with Steve and he understands and supports my view on this subject.

"I also accept Steve's apology, knowing that he meant no racial slur with his comments.

"On behalf of my team, I apologise personally to everyone that was offended by the reported comments.

"Please accept this apology so we can all move on."

The Queenslander, ranked eighth in the world, was placed under scrutiny on Saturday after Williams called Woods a "black a---hole" in China.

Rather than let the matter fester throughout the Australian Open, Scott moved today to nip the issued in the bud.

A chorus of players, headed by Greg Norman and New Zealander Michael Campbell, have thrown their support behind Williams, saying there was "no way" he is a racist.

Originally published as Scott won't sack caddie for slur