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Rory McIlroy Opens Up on LIV Golf: 'Glad I Was Wrong'

Rory McIlroy Opens Up on LIV Golf: 'Glad I Was Wrong'

Summary

Rory McIlroy spoke about the future of LIV Golf after Saudi Arabia’s fund announced it will stop supporting the league after 2026. He admitted he was wrong to think the PGA might work with or invest in LIV, saying the league now faces uncertainty due to changing priorities in its funding.

Key Facts

  • Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund will end funding for LIV Golf after the 2026 season.
  • This funding cut has created worries about LIV Golf’s future.
  • Some LIV players have returned to the PGA Tour before but faced fines and penalties.
  • Rory McIlroy said he was glad to be wrong about expecting a PGA and LIV partnership.
  • He explained that funding tied to world politics can be unstable.
  • McIlroy thinks LIV Golf’s schedule will change and may rely more on sponsorships.
  • Eleven LIV Golf players, including major champions, are playing in this year’s PGA Championship.
  • McIlroy recently finished 19th in the Truist Championship and is a top contender in the PGA Championship.
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