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Celtic shareholder Dermot Desmond targeted by fan protest at golf tournament

Celtic Football Club's largest shareholder Dermot Desmond was the target of a protest involving thrown tennis balls during an event in St Andrews on Saturday.

Desmond targeted by Celtic fan protest at Alfred Dunhill
File photo Desmond targeted by Celtic fan protest at Alfred Dunhill Photo: BBC News

Tennis balls thrown at green

The incident occurred on the green of the 15th hole during the pro-am competition. Security personnel escorted Desmond off the course after tennis balls with his face scored out were thrown towards him.

Fans release statement demanding change

The Celtic Fans Collective released footage and images of the disruption alongside a public statement. Their message stated that Desmond has used wealth to hide from accountability while running the club. Supporters declared that this arrangement cannot continue.

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  • BBC News
  • The Guardian

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