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Monahan: Saudi talks ‘enhanced’ but no timeline

Monahan: Saudi talks ‘enhanced’ but no timeline

PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan has provided an update on the ongoing discussions with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), stating that the talks have been “enhanced” but there is still no specific timeline for a potential partnership.

Monahan highlighted that the Tour has been “very clear in our values” and that any partnership would need to be “consistent with those values.” He also reiterated the Tour’s commitment to listening to its members and stakeholders in making any decisions.

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McIlroy, on new committee, to be in Saudi talks

McIlroy, on new committee, to be in Saudi talks

Rory McIlroy is joining a newly formed PGA Tour player advisory council that will discuss matters including potential Saudi-backed golf events.

McIlroy had been outspoken in his stance against the rival series operated by Greg Norman, but it appears his stance may have softened with the emergence of this committee to facilitate discussions and protect the PGA Tour. It will comprise 16 members, half of whom are not currently player directors on the tour’s policy board.

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Rory dismisses report of $850M offer by LIV

Rory dismisses report of $850M offer by LIV

Rory McIlroy has dismissed a report that he was offered $850 million by LIV Golf. The PGA Tour loyalist called the claim “ludicrous” and emphasized his commitment to the Tour. In a statement, McIlroy said, “I have no interest in playing on a tour that is not sanctioned by the major governing bodies.” This news comes amid ongoing speculation about top golfers potentially joining the Saudi-backed LIV Golf Series. McIlroy’s rejection of the reported offer further underscores the divide between the two tours.

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