why jake dislike how his father smile at his attempt and failure in physical activies?

That be because he feel embarrassed?

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Yes. His father was an expert golfer, but Jake was always clumsy and didn't do well in sports. Jake was embarrassed and felt like a failure.
Thank you so very much ms. sue :) i also not like when someone do this to me. blood supposed to be thicker than water they supposed to help and support you.
You're very welcome.

It's no wonder that Jake is a mixed-up adult. His parents weren't supportive of him when he was a child.