Mad Dog Challenges Stephen A. to Golf Showdown!

Stephen A. Smith and Chris ‘Mad Dog’ Russo Clash on the Green

Forget the Xs and Os, the hot takes are flying off the tee box! Sports radio titans Chris ‘Mad Dog’ Russo and Stephen A. Smith are trading barbs, and this time, it’s about golf. In a recent exchange, Mad Dog laid down some ground rules for a potential golf match between the two, and Stephen A. wasn’t backing down from the challenge.

Russo’s Rules of the Course

Mad Dog, known for his passionate rants and no-nonsense approach, started by laying down the law. “No cell phones, okay?” he declared. “You’re there to play golf, not to sit there and, you know, break down what’s going on with the Kings and the Trailblazers tonight.” He emphasized that the focus should be solely on the game, not on dissecting other sports matchups.

Next on Russo’s list was proper golf attire. “I want a collared shirt. I want the hat proper. I don’t want cargo shorts. I want regular golf cleats. I want you to look like a golfer. Even if you can’t be a golfer, look like one,” he instructed. He clearly believes that presentation matters on the course.

But Mad Dog wasn’t done. He also called out Stephen A.’s tendency to bend the rules, stating, “You have a tendency to fudge the rules in all walks of life. Don’t move the ball with a better line to the cup.” He even got his producer, Danny, involved, who added, “Don’t mark the ball behind and then pass.” It seems Mad Dog is preparing for a game where every stroke and every rule counts.

Stephen A. Fires Back: ‘My Wardrobe is Always Fly’

Stephen A. Smith, never one to shy away from a verbal sparring match, clapped back with his signature confidence. “First of all, my wardrobe is always fly. I always look the part when I roll up in there,” he boasted. He believes he already has the golfer’s look down, even if his swing doesn’t match.

Smith then issued a direct challenge: “I challenge you to a game of of golf. It don’t bother me. We could go. We could go.” He seemed unfazed by Mad Dog’s critiques, even suggesting they could film it for national television.

The Pressure Cooker: Can Stephen A. Handle the Heat?

Mad Dog, however, expressed doubts about Stephen A.’s ability to perform under pressure. “I just think you’d be a disaster with the cameras rolling. I really really do. I don’t think you respond to the pressure,” he stated. He believes the bright lights would get to Smith.

This prompted a strong reaction from Stephen A. “How dare you?” he exclaimed. He even jokingly referenced his bookie, “Fat Rob,” suggesting that all bets should be placed on him, implying he’s a sure thing against Mad Dog.

A Week of Lessons for the Challenge

The conversation took a slightly more humorous turn when Stephen A. admitted what he’d need to compete. “All I need is a week for doggy. All I need is a week’s worth of lessons,” he confessed. It seems even the confident Stephen A. recognizes he might need some professional help to take on Mad Dog on the golf course.

What’s Next?

While this exchange was lighthearted, it highlights the competitive spirit of both personalities. Will this golf challenge ever materialize? If it does, expect plenty of trash talk, questionable rulings, and hopefully, some entertaining golf. Mad Dog wants a clean game with proper etiquette, while Stephen A. is ready to talk the talk, and maybe, just maybe, walk the walk after a week of intensive lessons.

“I challenge you to a game of of golf. It don’t bother me. We could go. We could go.” – Stephen A. Smith

“I don’t think you respond to the pressure.” – Chris ‘Mad Dog’ Russo

Source: Mad Dog vs. Stephen A. on the course ⛳️ (YouTube)