Former US Open champion Michael Campbell has insisted that he is not about to quit golf despite much media speculation about his future.
The New Zealander has been on a rather wretched run in recent timies, one that has left his shock US Open win at Pinehurst in 2005 a distant memory.
Now, the 41-year-old Kiwi finds himself languishing in 513th place in the world rankings having been 12th nine years ago, missing the cut in 25 of his last 28 entries and seeing that form continue into 2010.
He has missed three cuts so far this year, with his best-placed finish in 2009 being an unnoteworthy 62nd in the SAS Masters in Sweden.
However, he says he is determined to sort his form out and told his personal website: "After reading recent newspaper articles about myself I wanted to reassure you all that I am certainly not thinking about retiring.
"I feel that some throwaway comments I made last week while still consumed with the disappointment of such a poor couple of rounds were misinterpreted.
"I've had some nice messages in and that is why I wanted to take the time to assure you that I am more determined than ever to find my form and get back to my best.
"I have been practising hard and working out intensively and I am actually striking the ball great on the range, but it isn't translating on the course as yet.
"I will persevere as I am absolutely determined to get myself back up those leaderboards. My career has been a story of highs and lows and I have the benefit of knowing how quickly it can turn around for me.
"I had a poor run of form before I won the US Open, so I know how soon things can change if I keep working hard. In the meantime, thanks for your support. I will be doing all I can to reward your faith in me."