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Rory McIlroy, speaking at CNBC's CEO Council Forum, expressed doubts about a possible merger between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf.
Rory McIlroy expressed doubts in regard to a possible PGA Tour–LIV Golf merger, stating what he cites as “irrational” spending by the Saudi-backed breakaway league. Since LIV enticed leading players in 2021 with enormous contracts,
McIlroy said LIV Golf, founded in 2021, has spent $5 billion to $6 billion and is facing billions more in expenses. LIV has contracts with some of golf’s biggest names, including Dustin Johnson, Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm, with LIV entering its fifth season in 2026.
Laurie Canter became the first former LIV Golf player to re-earn his PGA Tour card when the Englishman finished as one the top-10 players not already fully exempt in the Race to Dubai on Sunday.