Golf reporter Dan Rapaport makes shock update as he walks out of Barstool Sports

Renowned golf reporter Dan Rapaport has today confirmed he has left Barstool Sports and the brand's popular 'Fore Play' podcast. 

Rapaport made his announcement on the brand's latest podcast episode that was titled: 'Goodbye Dan Rapaport'. 

He has covered all things PGA Tour and the rest of the sport for Barstool Sports ever since he joined the company in the summer of 2022.

Prior to joining Barstool, the American enjoyed stints at Golf Digest and Sports Illustrated.

Rapaport also worked for BBC Radio 5 LIVE during their on-course commentary of The 152nd Open at Royal Troon in July. 

Rapaport is now going to take some time out to consider his next options, but he has confirmed he will remain in golf media. 

Fore Play tweeted: 'Dan announces that today’s episode will be his last as he goes on to try and forge his own path in golf'. 

Rapaport then released a statement on his own X / Twitter account, which you can read below.

'I'm beyond grateful for these last two years. What a life experience, man. Running around the world with an incredible group of guys on a bunch of golf adventures,' the statement began.

'I will always be indebted to Riggs, Frankie and Trent for the opportunity and platform they provided me. And the behind the scenes crew—Brendan Jones, Alex Busch, Rob White, Jared de Libero, Kyle Tims, Pilar, Allison, Live Event Lisa/the entire Barstool Classic crew, Jake Bass, Noah An—you guys are the engine that keeps this thing moving.

'I was a huge Barstool and Fore Play fan before I joined and I'm an even bigger fan now.

'Sometimes you just gotta follow your gut and that's where I'm at right now. As for what's next, I'm going to take a little time away and decompress (and maybe work on my own game!) before diving into my next journey. 

'I *love* golf, I'm excited about where it's headed and I remain committed to covering it in new and exciting ways. Hit it hard.'

Rapaport confirmed during the latest Fore Play episode that his contract was up at the end of the PGA Tour season and that he has been contemplating his future within golf media the past few months. 

'I have zero negative emotions toward Fore Play or Barstool or any of the three beautiful faces I'm looking at,' said Rapaport.