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Olympics-Golf's Olympic inclusion questioned after high-profile no shows (Reuters)

Related Topics: Dawn Fraser, Golf, Olympic Games

BERLIN, April 22 (Reuters) - Australian swimming great Dawn Fraser reignited the debate about whether golf deserved to be part of the Olympics after she criticised compatriot Adam Scott's decision to skip the Rio Games.

A gold medallist at the 1956, 1960 and 1964 Olympics, Fraser accused the world number seven golfer of putting money ahead of national pride.

"Very sorry to hear that Adam Scott cannot fit it into his schedule to play for Australia at the Olympics," Fraser, 78, wrote on Facebook.

"Well done Adam... great to put your country on hold so that you can fulfil your own schedule.