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Rory McIlroy’s schedule changes suggest a bigger shift

Rory McIlroy’s schedule changes suggest a bigger shift

After the announcement of massive schedule changes by the PGA Tour, Rory McIlroy altered his schedule to adjust to the Tour’s efforts to revamp the major championships. McIlroy dropped out of the CJ Cup and the Zozo Championship, and will instead play in the Houston Open.

The Tour will announce a new schedule for the FedEx Cup playoffs, as well as the changes for the majors at its annual media day on Tuesday. Rory’s withdrawal from the CJ Cup and Zozo suggests that this year’s major changes will have a ripple effect throughout the golf season and may indicate a significant shift in major championships’ scheduling.

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