Jordan Spieth believes things are moving in the right direction regarding the PGA Tour’s ongoing negotiations with the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF).
Ahead of this week’s Charles Schwab Challenge, an event Spieth won in 2016, the former Texas Longhorn criticized the “false narrative” surrounding the contract.
“I don’t think the perception that things are bad and moving slowly and some of the things that have been asked and said to me are untrue,” Spieth said.
“I actually think that’s wrong, and I know that.”
Spieth has been involved in these discussions since Rory McIlroy resigned from the PGA Tour Policy Committee last November. He also said he has expressed his opinion numerous times, going so far as to say that the PGA Tour does not need a PIF after the Tour reached an agreement with Strategic Sports Group (SSG).
Spieth made this comment at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am in February, but appears to have changed his tune. However, he has not disclosed important details regarding the tour and its negotiations with PIF.
“Things are actually moving forward positively from both sides,” Spieth revealed.
“I think ultimately, professional golf will be in the best shape it’s ever been. I think both sides believe that.”
No one knows what the future holds for men’s professional golf, but Spieth is confident about what’s to come.
“I guess I can say I’m very optimistic about all of this,” Spieth added.
“I think it’s starting to resonate with players as they become more and more informed about this issue, and we’ll have more information over the coming months.”
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