McIlroy eases criticism of LIV Golf, says Rahm defection was a smart business move
11 months, 2 weeks ago

McIlroy eases criticism of LIV Golf, says Rahm defection was a smart business move

The Hindu  

Rory McIlroy has gone from being the harshest critic of LIV Golf to extending an olive branch. He said on a British soccer podcast that he was too judgmental about players defecting and has accepted that LIV is “part of our sport now.” He referred to Jon Rahm’s decision to join LIV Golf last month as a “smart business move.” McIlroy also suggested he helped instigate discussions with the PGA Tour and the Saudi backers of LIV Golf. “When I got back to America, I was on the board of the PGA Tour and I said to the guys, ‘Someone has got to go talk to this guy.’ Then there was a plan put in place that one of the board members would try to develop a relationship with him,” McIlroy said. “I think, at this point, I was maybe a little judgmental of the guys who went to LIV Golf at the start, and I think it was a bit of a mistake on my part because I now realize that not everyone is in my position or in Tiger Woods’ position,” McIlroy said on the podcast. He also said the tour’s deal announced June 6 legitimized what LIV is trying to do and “made it easier for guys to jump.” “Jon Rahm has not got any of the heat that the first guys got for going,” McIlroy said.

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Rory McIlroy says LIV Golf and PGA Tour match is giving back to fans of a divided sport
1 week, 6 days ago

Rory McIlroy says LIV Golf and PGA Tour match is giving back to fans of a divided sport

Associated Press  

Two of the best players each from LIV Golf versus the PGA Tour in a televised match might remind golf fans what they’re missing outside of the four majors. “We’re trying to bring these players together, and the most opportunities we can get to do that, the better,” McIlroy said Wednesday in a conference call for “The Crypto.com Showdown” that …

The PGA Tour and LIV’s Saudi backers have a deal—but there’s one holdup
1 week, 6 days ago

The PGA Tour and LIV’s Saudi backers have a deal—but there’s one holdup

Live Mint  

When the PGA Tour announced a stunning alliance with the Saudi backers of LIV Golf that it had spent months battling on and off the course, the plan was for the two sides to have a final agreement by the end of the year. Quietly, though, the two sides have made significant progress and have actually reached an agreement for …

Brooks Koepka anticipates Ryder Cup vibe in LIV vs. PGA Tour match in Las Vegas
2 weeks ago

Brooks Koepka anticipates Ryder Cup vibe in LIV vs. PGA Tour match in Las Vegas

Associated Press  

Brooks Koepka feels like he could be stepping into another Ryder Cup environment, match play with bragging rights at stake, even if it’s only two-man teams competing in one match instead of 12-man teams in 28 matches. Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau, each a major champion the last two years while playing for LIV Golf, take on Scottie Scheffler and Rory …

Tiger Woods makes prediction over PGA Tour-PIF deal
3 weeks ago

Tiger Woods makes prediction over PGA Tour-PIF deal

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LIV Golf will hire sports and entertainment leader Scott O’Neil to replace Greg Norman, report says
3 weeks, 6 days ago

LIV Golf will hire sports and entertainment leader Scott O’Neil to replace Greg Norman, report says

Associated Press  

LIV Golf is hiring Scott O’Neil, former CEO of the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils, to replace Greg Norman in running the Saudi-backed rival league about to enter its fourth season, The Athletic reported Wednesday. O’Neil takes over as PGA Tour Enterprises is negotiating with PIF over becoming a minority investor, a critical deal in helping to repair a …

Rory McIlroy thinks Donald Trump and Elon Musk could help PGA Tour and LIV Golf discussions
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rory McIlroy thinks Donald Trump and Elon Musk could help PGA Tour and LIV Golf discussions

CNN  

CNN — Rory McIlroy thinks that Donald Trump’s return to presidency could help unify the fractured landscape of men’s professional golf by brokering a deal between the PGA Tour and the breakaway Saudi-backed LIV Golf. When asked on Wednesday if Trump could deliver on his own assertion that he could fix the LIV-PGA Tour deal in 15 minutes, McIlroy said: …

Rory McIlroy thinks Donald Trump and Elon Musk could help PGA Tour and LIV Golf discussions
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rory McIlroy thinks Donald Trump and Elon Musk could help PGA Tour and LIV Golf discussions

CNN  

CNN — Rory McIlroy thinks that Donald Trump’s return to presidency could help unify the fractured landscape of men’s professional golf by brokering a deal between the PGA Tour and the breakaway Saudi-backed LIV Golf. When asked on Wednesday if Trump could deliver on his own assertion that he could fix the LIV-PGA Tour deal in 15 minutes, McIlroy said: …

Rory McIlroy to dramatically cut down schedule after deploying swing tweaks
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rory McIlroy to dramatically cut down schedule after deploying swing tweaks

The Telegraph  

Rory McIlroy intends to take an axe to his 2025 schedule and the bad news for the PGA Tour is that the world No 3 may skip not only one of the $20 million ‘Signature Events’ but also the opening tournament in the FedEx Cup, the play-off series that is the cornerstone of the circuit’s calendar. “There’s a few tournaments …

Report: PGA Tour-LIV merger rumors premature
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Report: PGA Tour-LIV merger rumors premature

Daily Mail  

In an unsurprising turn of events, the British tabloid report of a finalized merger between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf may have been premature. The shock merger between the PGA Tour and LIV was announced in early June 2023, with a self-imposed Dec. 31, 2023, deadline to finalize the "framework agreement." That deadline came and went, and PGA Tour …

Does Trump’s victory clear the way for PGA Tour-PIF merger? Rory McIlroy thinks so
Trending News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Does Trump’s victory clear the way for PGA Tour-PIF merger? Rory McIlroy thinks so

LA Times  

Rory McIlroy walks off the 18th green following the second round of the British Open Golf Championships on July 19 at Royal Troon Golf Club in Scotland. In fact, at times he’s been the most vocal critic among PGA Tour players, saying last year that “If LIV Golf was the last place to play golf on Earth, I would retire.” …

Rory McIlroy suggests new timeline for PGA Tour and LIV Golf to strike deal
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rory McIlroy suggests new timeline for PGA Tour and LIV Golf to strike deal

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Rory McIlroy hopes match with DeChambeau and Koepka ‘sign of things to come’
3 months, 1 week ago

Rory McIlroy hopes match with DeChambeau and Koepka ‘sign of things to come’

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DeChambeau, Scheffler part of PGA Tour- LIV Golf match
3 months, 2 weeks ago

DeChambeau, Scheffler part of PGA Tour- LIV Golf match

The Hindu  

Las Vegas Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy will take on LIV Golf stars Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka in a made-for-TV match in Las Vegas, Golfweek reported Wednesday, the first time outside the Majors top players from each circuit will compete against each other. Blake Smith of Hambric Sports, who manages Scheffler and Koepka for Hambric Sports, confirmed their appearance …

Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler to face Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka in PGA v LIV grudge match
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler to face Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka in PGA v LIV grudge match

The Independent  

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Scheffler and DeChambeau part of PGA Tour-LIV Golf match in Las Vegas, report says
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Scheffler and DeChambeau part of PGA Tour-LIV Golf match in Las Vegas, report says

Associated Press  

Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy will take on LIV Golf stars Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka in a made-for-TV match in Las Vegas, Golfweek reported Wednesday, the first time outside the majors top players from each circuit will compete against each other. Blake Smith of Hambric Sports, who manages Scheffler and Koepka for Hambric Sports, confirmed their appearance and said …

Rory McIlroy hoping Olympic gold can help fill a void of 10 years without silver major trophies
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Rory McIlroy hoping Olympic gold can help fill a void of 10 years without silver major trophies

Associated Press  

SAINT-QUENTIN-EN-YVELINES, France — Rory McIlroy began preparing for the Olympics by playing a course he knows well, with photographers camped out behind him on the tee and spectators crammed behind the railing on the 18th green. I wasn’t expecting quite the crowd on the last few holes that we got.” “That was the first game of golf I’ve had since …

Paul McGinley believes Jon Rahm is ‘hoping for a deal’ between PGA Tour and LIV
5 months, 1 week ago

Paul McGinley believes Jon Rahm is ‘hoping for a deal’ between PGA Tour and LIV

The Independent  

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Rory McIlroy’s time off ‘exactly what he should be doing,’ PGA Tour commissioner says
6 months ago

Rory McIlroy’s time off ‘exactly what he should be doing,’ PGA Tour commissioner says

Associated Press  

CROMWELL, Conn. — No hard feelings, Rory. PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan said he understands why Rory McIlroy withdrew from the Travelers Championship — the final signature event on the calendar — to recover from a late-Sunday meltdown at the U.S. Open. “You look at the quality of the field that we have this week, we’re going to have a …

Golf: Bryson DeChambeau’s U.S. Open win, given LIV Golf and his past, isn’t quite “redemption.”
6 months, 1 week ago

Golf: Bryson DeChambeau’s U.S. Open win, given LIV Golf and his past, isn’t quite “redemption.”

Slate  

Minutes after Bryson DeChambeau won his second U.S. Open on Sunday, the golfer gave his win a dramatic flourish. After the win, Golf Digest dubbed DeChambeau “golf’s most exciting man and new people’s champ,” and at least for one weekend, he was. DeChambeau’s father died in 2022, and the player described it as the first traumatic experience in his life, …

US Open winner Bryson DeChambeau urges PGA Tour and LIV Golf to ‘figure it out’
6 months, 1 week ago

US Open winner Bryson DeChambeau urges PGA Tour and LIV Golf to ‘figure it out’

The Independent  

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PGA Tour insists it is making progress in talks with LIV Golf's Saudi backers PIF but does not open up on New York meeting with Tiger Woods and co
6 months, 2 weeks ago

PGA Tour insists it is making progress in talks with LIV Golf's Saudi backers PIF but does not open up on New York meeting with Tiger Woods and co

Daily Mail  

The PGA Tour has claimed it has made progress amid negotiations with LIV Golf's Saudi backers in recent months. PGA Tour Enterprises' entire Transaction Subcommittee, a group that includes 15-times major champion Tiger Woods, was present at the latest meeting with Public Investment Fund Governor Yasir Al-Rumayyan. The PGA Tour has claimed it has made progress amid negotiations with LIV …

Rory McIlroy moves into contention at Muirfield ahead of crunch PGA Tour and Saudi talks
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Rory McIlroy moves into contention at Muirfield ahead of crunch PGA Tour and Saudi talks

The Telegraph  

Rory McIlroy survived the arduous layout that is Muirfield Village here before rushing off for the long-awaited meeting between the PGA Tour and Saudi Public Investment Fund which could one day be seen as the defining moment in the professional male game’s civil war. ‌Tiger Woods and Adam Scott were scheduled to attend in person, as was PGA Tour commissioner …

Analysis: A year after PGA Tour’s surprise deal with Saudis, still no clarity on where golf is going
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Analysis: A year after PGA Tour’s surprise deal with Saudis, still no clarity on where golf is going

Associated Press  

DUBLIN, Ohio — PGA champion Xander Schauffele was on the 10th tee at Muirfield Village for a late Monday afternoon practice round to start the week of the Memorial. Unbeknownst to Schauffele — unbeknownst to every PGA Tour player — was that Dunne and Herlihy, along with PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan, had been secretly meeting with the Public Investment …

Tiger Woods admits his part in tour-LIV talks could cost him Ryder Cup captaincy
7 months, 1 week ago

Tiger Woods admits his part in tour-LIV talks could cost him Ryder Cup captaincy

The Independent  

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At LIV now, Rahm says ‘I’m still a PGA Tour member’ and he wants that tour to succeed, too
7 months, 1 week ago

At LIV now, Rahm says ‘I’m still a PGA Tour member’ and he wants that tour to succeed, too

Associated Press  

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Jon Rahm’s move to LIV Golf last year has been portrayed as a turning point in the “us vs. them” narrative that has overrun this sport over the past 24 months. “You guys keep saying ‘the other side,’” Rahm said Tuesday as he prepared for the PGA Championship at Valhalla. I still want to support the PGA …

Jimmy Dunne resigns from PGA Tour board. He feels his input is no longer needed
7 months, 1 week ago

Jimmy Dunne resigns from PGA Tour board. He feels his input is no longer needed

Associated Press  

Jimmy Dunne, one of the architects behind the PGA Tour’s stunning reversal to strike a deal with the Saudi backers of LIV Golf, abruptly resigned Monday from the PGA Tour board with a letter that expressed frustration at the lack of progress that no longer included his input. “I believe that history will look favorably on this outcome and the …

LIV Golf star unleashes astonishing attack on 'talentless fool' Brandel Chamblee over his shock PGA Tour-PIF U-turn... and claims 'p*ssy' analyst is 'disliked by most people in golf world'
7 months, 2 weeks ago

LIV Golf star unleashes astonishing attack on 'talentless fool' Brandel Chamblee over his shock PGA Tour-PIF U-turn... and claims 'p*ssy' analyst is 'disliked by most people in golf world'

Daily Mail  

LIV Golf's Anthony Kim has launched a blistering attack on top golf analyst Brandel Chamblee, calling him a 'p*ssy' and a 'talentless fool' after his LIV Golf U-turn. Anthony Kim has launched a social media attack at former golf pro Brandel Chamblee Chamblee this week U-turned on his LIV opinion and says the PGA Tour should make a deal Kim …

McIlroy says he and Adam Scott also involved in Saudi meetings
7 months, 2 weeks ago

McIlroy says he and Adam Scott also involved in Saudi meetings

Associated Press  

Rory McIlroy and Adam Scott are joining Tiger Woods on the subcommittee directly involved in negotiating with the Saudi backers of LIV Golf, an addition to what the PGA Tour previously disclosed even though McIlroy says he’s been involved in discussions. McIlroy said Thursday at the Wells Fargo Championship that while he is not on the PGA Tour Enterprises board, …

Tiger Woods to be lone player on negotiating committee with Saudi-backed LIV Golf
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Tiger Woods to be lone player on negotiating committee with Saudi-backed LIV Golf

The Hindu  

Tiger Woods will be the lone player on a five-member subcommittee that will be involved in negotiations with the Public Investment Fund, part of a busy day of governance as the PGA Tour tries to strike a deal with Saudi backers of LIV Golf. The tour said Woods will be part of the “transaction subcommittee” on the board of PGA …

Rory McIlroy won’t rejoin PGA Tour board, says others were ‘uncomfortable’ with his potential return
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Rory McIlroy won’t rejoin PGA Tour board, says others were ‘uncomfortable’ with his potential return

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Rory McIlroy won’t be returning to the PGA Tour board, saying Wednesday a plan to replace Webb Simpson was met with resistance from board members. “I think there was a subset of people on the board that were maybe uncomfortable with me coming back on for some reason.” McIlroy’s reinstatement would have been viewed as a chance …

Watch: Rory McIlroy belts out 1980s rock classic on karaoke after victory with Shane Lowry
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Watch: Rory McIlroy belts out 1980s rock classic on karaoke after victory with Shane Lowry

The Telegraph  

Lowry was generous enough to concede “Rory carried me a lot of the way” and although it is difficult to judge in a pairs tournament – they played two rounds of fourball and two of foursomes – the world No 2’s form did appear improved. Since winning the Dubai Desert Classic in January, McIlroy has endured an indifferent spell, which …

McIlroy ready to return to PGA Tour policy board, and eager to enjoy his first trip to New Orleans
8 months ago

McIlroy ready to return to PGA Tour policy board, and eager to enjoy his first trip to New Orleans

Associated Press  

— For this week, at least, Rory McIlroy is focused on “fun” during his first visit to New Orleans for the PGA Tour’s lone team event. “I don’t think there’s been much progress made in the last eight months, and I was hopeful that there would be,” McIlroy said, alluding his goal of seeing a formalized unification of the PGA …

Greg Norman responds to Rory McIlroy to LIV speculation
8 months ago

Greg Norman responds to Rory McIlroy to LIV speculation

The Independent  

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Rory McIlroy set for surprise return to PGA Tour board - reports
8 months ago

Rory McIlroy set for surprise return to PGA Tour board - reports

The Hindu  

Rory McIlroy didn’t stay away from the PGA Tour’s policy board for long. The four-time major champion from Northern Ireland will return as a player director on the policy board and take a seat on the board of PGA Tour Enterprises, the Guardian reported Monday. McIlroy stepped back from the policy board in November following the dramatic tussle between the …

Rory McIlroy responds to shock reports of ‘$850m LIV Golf’ offer
8 months, 1 week ago

Rory McIlroy responds to shock reports of ‘$850m LIV Golf’ offer

The Independent  

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Rory McIlroy denies rumors he is close to accepting LIV Golf offer, says future is on PGA Tour
8 months, 1 week ago

Rory McIlroy denies rumors he is close to accepting LIV Golf offer, says future is on PGA Tour

New York Times  

Rory McIlroy has denied rumors that he is close to accepting an offer with LIV Golf. Speaking to Golf Channel’s Todd Lewis at the PGA Tour’s RBC Heritage event Tuesday, McIlroy shut down a report from London-based newspaper City A.M. saying that he would receive a staggering $850 million contract and two percent equity in LIV in order to leave …

The Masters still sizzles. But is golf scaring off its fans?
8 months, 1 week ago

The Masters still sizzles. But is golf scaring off its fans?

Live Mint  

Masters weekend is here—golf’s prestige showcase, high season for green blazers and pimento cheese sandwiches, a fairway feast among the azaleas in fussy, phone-free Augusta. We’re two years into golf’s civil war—an exasperating fight between the incumbent PGA Tour and the challenger, Saudi-funded LIV Golf. “I just think with the fighting and everything that’s on over the past couple of …

Jon Rahm hoped his move to LIV would spark a PGA Tour, PIF deal: ‘Unfortunately, it’s not up to me’
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Jon Rahm hoped his move to LIV would spark a PGA Tour, PIF deal: ‘Unfortunately, it’s not up to me’

New York Times  

AUGUSTA, Ga. — Ten months have passed since the announcement of the framework agreement between the PGA Tour and the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund, the backer of LIV Golf, and a finalized deal to unite the game of golf has still not been reached. On Tuesday at Augusta National, Rahm revealed he “hoped” his decision to join the Saudi-backed …

MASTERS ’24: Competing tours converge on Augusta National chasing the same prize
8 months, 2 weeks ago

MASTERS ’24: Competing tours converge on Augusta National chasing the same prize

Associated Press  

Jon Rahm went from wearing a Masters green jacket in April to a LIV Golf black letterman’s jacket in December. And two, I think everybody is just probably excited to see everyone compete again.” When the first tee shot in the 88th Masters Tournament is struck on April 11, it will be the first time in 263 days that all …

PGA Tour’s Monahan describes ‘constructive’ meeting with Saudi leader of LIV Golf
9 months ago

PGA Tour’s Monahan describes ‘constructive’ meeting with Saudi leader of LIV Golf

Associated Press  

PALM HARBOR, Fla. — The PGA Tour took a first step in sparking negotiations with Saudi Arabia’s national wealth fund with a meeting in the Bahamas that Commissioner Jay Monahan described as “constructive” without offering many more details. In a memo late Monday night to players, Monahan said the player directors on the PGA Tour Enterprises board met with Yasir …

Monahan confident in his job and hopeful PGA Tour can strike a deal with Saudis
9 months, 1 week ago

Monahan confident in his job and hopeful PGA Tour can strike a deal with Saudis

Associated Press  

PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. — PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan was short on details but overflowing with confidence Tuesday about the future of the PGA Tour, repairing the fractured landscape of golf and his ability to lead the way. Monahan said at the onset of his news conference — his first in nearly seven months — that while negotiations with …

PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan provides update on Saudi PIF negotiations
9 months, 1 week ago

PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan provides update on Saudi PIF negotiations

The Independent  

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Rory McIlroy explains why he’ll never join LIV Golf
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Rory McIlroy explains why he’ll never join LIV Golf

The Independent  

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Rory McIlroy makes stunning admission over LIV Golf future: ‘Who knows?’
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Rory McIlroy makes stunning admission over LIV Golf future: ‘Who knows?’

The Independent  

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Rory McIlroy's former agent Chubby Chandler hints the PGA Tour star could make a bombshell '$946m' move to LIV Golf as the Northern Irishman 'is paving the way that the rebel circuit is okay now'
10 months ago

Rory McIlroy's former agent Chubby Chandler hints the PGA Tour star could make a bombshell '$946m' move to LIV Golf as the Northern Irishman 'is paving the way that the rebel circuit is okay now'

Daily Mail  

Chubby Chandler managed McIlroy for four years until he split from him in 2011 Rory McIlroy has been one of the PGA Tour's most outspoken critics of LIV Golf Rory McIlroy's former agent Chubby Chandler has boldly claimed that the Northern Irishman could be heading for a shock LIV Golf move. Rory McIlroy's former agent, Chubby Chandler, hinted the star …

Column: Rory McIlroy and Jay Monahan have trust issues in golf’s big divide
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Column: Rory McIlroy and Jay Monahan have trust issues in golf’s big divide

Associated Press  

PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. — The obnoxious money ruining golf was sure to create trust issues with the leadership, and that lingers even as PGA Tour Enterprises is now flush with cash from its new minority investor. Keep in mind, players are still reeling from Monahan’s secret deal with PIF — the financial lifeline of LIV Golf — that was announced …

Sergio Garcia ‘couldn’t be happier’ with Jon Rahm joining LIV
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Sergio Garcia ‘couldn’t be happier’ with Jon Rahm joining LIV

The Hindu  

Count Sergio Garcia among those thankful that Jon Rahm signed with LIV Golf, even if they’re on opposing teams. “I think the league is getting stronger, like Sergio said, and it’s fun,” Garcia’s Fireballs teammate Eugenio Chacarra of Spain said. “I think we feel pretty good, and the more players and the more quality of players, I think the tougher …

LIV players returning to PGA Tour should not be punished, says McIlroy
10 months, 3 weeks ago

LIV players returning to PGA Tour should not be punished, says McIlroy

The Hindu  

Rory McIlroy concedes he has “changed his tune” on the issue of LIV golfers returning to play on the PGA Tour, with the four-time major champion now saying they should be able to come back without being punished. Tyrrell Hatton joins Saudi-funded LIV Golf and becomes a part of Jon Rahm’s new team However, with negotiations on a merger between …

Rory McIlroy says the PGA Tour is cheapened without LIV Golf players. He doesn’t want them punished
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Rory McIlroy says the PGA Tour is cheapened without LIV Golf players. He doesn’t want them punished

Associated Press  

PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. — Rory McIlroy wants golf put back together again as quickly as possible, saying Tuesday that even winning one of the PGA Tour’s signature events would feel cheapened because it didn’t have all the best players in the world. “I think it’s hard to punish people,” McIlroy said at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. McIlroy, who previously …

PGA Tour starts a new year that feels like the old one. There’s more to golf than just the golf
11 months, 2 weeks ago

PGA Tour starts a new year that feels like the old one. There’s more to golf than just the golf

Associated Press  

KAPALUA, Hawaii — One upside for the PGA Tour extending the Dec. 31 deadline to finalize a deal with Saudi Arabia is the new season starting Thursday at Kapalua can avoid a big distraction. The new year feels a lot like the old one — questions about a fractured landscape, more money than ever that still doesn’t seems to be …

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