Hull Banned from Smoking at Olympic Golf

As the Paris 2024 Olympic Games approach, golfer Bronte Hull faces a significant change in her routine due to health and safety guidelines that prohibit smoking at all venues, except in designated areas. The 28-year-old athlete, known for her smoking habit on the course, acknowledged the challenge this poses as she prepares to compete at Le Golf National. "I do smoke on the course," Hull stated, but confirmed she would refrain during the tournament. Hull's smoking habits gained attention recently when a video surfaced of her signing an autograph while holding a cigarette. This incident highlighted her casual approach to smoking, which she claims helps her relax. However, the new regulations will require her to adapt her habits during the Olympic competition. The golfer is determined to make a strong showing at the Paris Games, having narrowly missed a medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, finishing just two strokes shy of a bronze. Hull, who made history as the youngest player to participate in the Solheim Cup at age 17, has built a successful career since her LPGA debut in 2015, amassing over $8 million in earnings. Hull is set to tee off at 3:44 a.m. ET on Wednesday, alongside fellow competitors Hannah Green from Australia and Rose Zhang from the USA. As she navigates the challenges of the tournament, Hull remains focused on her goal of reaching the podium in Paris.