I guess it would be paradoxical to shout 'Golf Wankers Unite!', given Mike's definition, so instead 'Golf Wankers Disperse and Pleasure Yourself!'
For the record, this year I've so far played 25 rounds (a good year!). 19 in the company of others and 6 crafty knuckle shuffles by myself. That for me is a good split and I've enjoyed those solo games immensely and the quiet time they have offered.
I tried last week to play a frame of snooker on my own and it was hopeless. I couldn't do it. Some sports are not suited to solo play.
This discussion could diverge further into the consideration of extroversion and introversion. I think we can gather Mike is an extrovert in a sport that well suits those with introverted tendencies. I know I am an introvert. I don't need external sources of stimulation to maintain a sense of wellbeing. Mike's strong viewpoint backs up his extroverted character trait and those of us who know him enjoy his company, his gregarious nature and good humour. He's good to be around. However, he is wrong to castigate in such strong terms those whose character traits differ from his own. We experience the world in a different way and, to be honest, these lockdowns we have experienced during the Covid crisis have been much easier to endure if you're naturally introverted. I am quite comfortable in my own company, as are many others. That extends to time on the golf course and I see no validity in the viewpoint that this is somehow deranged or perverted.