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LIV 'haven't signed anyone who moves the needle' - McIlroy

LIV 'haven't signed anyone who moves the needle' - McIlroy

Summary

Rory McIlroy commented that LIV Golf, a rival golf tour, has not signed any big names recently. Brooks Koepka, a golfer who joined LIV in 2022, has returned to the PGA Tour, suggesting that LIV might be losing influence. Other golfers like Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau are still with LIV.

Key Facts

  • Rory McIlroy discussed the lack of new major signings by LIV Golf, suggesting it is losing power.
  • Brooks Koepka has returned to the PGA Tour after joining the LIV Golf tour in 2022.
  • Koepka agreed to donate $5 million to charity as part of his return to the PGA Tour.
  • He will not receive payment from the FedExCup Bonus scheme in 2026.
  • Koepka will not participate in the PGA Tour's player equity program from 2026 to 2030, a loss of up to $85 million.
  • Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau, and Cam Smith confirmed they will remain with LIV.
  • Former US Open champion Wyndham Clark expressed mixed feelings about Koepka’s return.

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