Quail Hollow Club president claps back at former PGA Tour golfer who said the course lacks "soul"

Catch up quick: Mahan compared Quail Hollow to a Kardashian, The Athletic reported, describing the course as "very modern, beautiful and well-kept. But it lacks soul or character."

• "Tell me who that is," was Harris' initial response when I asked him about Mahan's comments.
• Harris said they listen to people's opinions, noting sometimes they pay attention to them and sometimes they don't. They've certainly listened to golf greats like Phil Mickelson, who has offered plenty of criticism and praise over the years.
• "I don't know the last time he was here," Harris said of Mahan.

The intrigue: Mahan hasn't played Quail Hollow in a competitive round since 2021. He didn't play it in 2017 when Charlotte hosted its first major.

What they're saying: Mahan has an open invitation to come and play at Quail Hollow Club.

• "He might have to play with me," Harris said, "but that's OK. He'll play with a member."
• Until then, Harris is focused on Quail Hollow hosting the 107th PGA Championship this week.