Ralph Lauren ends sponsorship of Justin Thomas after homophobic slur

• Clothing brand says actions conflict with inclusive culture'
• Thomas has apologised but is expected to be fined by PGA Tour

The clothing company Ralph Lauren has terminated its sponsorship of Justin Thomas as a result of the American golfer's use of a homophobic slur during the third round of the Sentry Tournament of Champions.

Thomas, the world No 3, was heard using the derogatory word towards himself after missing a par putt on the fourth hole at Kapalua last weekend. The 27-year-old later apologised for the remark. He told the Golf Channel: There's just no excuse. I'm an adult, I'm a grown man. There's absolutely no reason for me to say anything like that. It's terrible. I'm extremely embarrassed."