Rory McIlroy tells friendTom McKibbin to avoid LIV Golf
The ongoing rift in the golf world has spawned many wild stories, but this week PGA Tour supporter Rory McIlroy publicly advised his friend and Northern Irishman Tom McKibbin not to go to LIV Golf. As a result, new rifts appeared to be forming. McIlroy and McKibbin are from the same town in Northern Ireland, […]
McIlroy fears Tom McKibbin signing up to LIV ‘will not be worth the sacrifice’ | Golf
Rory McIlroy has expressed his disappointment at fellow Northern Irishman and former coach Tom McKibbin's impending move to LIV Golf. “I don't think it's worth the sacrifice,” McIlroy said of the 22-year-old's upcoming move. McIlroy has been close with McKibbin since the latter burst onto the scene as an exciting child talent. Last November, McKibbin's […]
What would a LIV Golf team look like in Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s TGL league?
For nearly a century, teams of golfers and fans have played in international tournaments such as the Ryder Cup and Solheim Cup. LIV Golf has changed that. When launched in 2022, the Saudi-backed circuit included a team element. There are currently 13 squads, each with its own brand and logo. Some of them have signed […]
Why Kevin Na’s take on LIV Golf winners gaining direct access to majors is wrong
LIV Golf's Kevin Na said all LIV winners will secure a spot in the Grand Four, just as PGA Tour winners automatically receive an invitation to Augusta National each year. I would like to guarantee it. Mr. Na explained his reasoning as follows. Recent interviews in Monthly Golf Magazine. “Winners should be exempt, and I […]
The Masters extends invitations to LIV Golf star, former European Ryder Cup player
Augusta National Chairman Fred Ridley announced Wednesday that LIV Golf star Joaquin Niemann and 2023 Ryder Cup star Nikolaj Hojgaard have received invitations to the 2025 Masters Tournament. This year's Masters will be Niemann's fifth consecutive appearance at Augusta National, with his best finish being a tie for 16th two years ago. Niemann, 26, joined […]
LIV Golf’s 2025 schedule takes direct shot at PGA Tour, signaling golf’s divide will continue
While amateur matches remain popular, the professional ranks can't get out of their own way. A star-studded roster of talent plays on the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, but they don't play together, and opinions remain divided at the top level. Despite signs of an impending deal, an agreement between LIV's backer, the Saudi Public […]
LIV Golf expected to sign broadcast deal with FOX Sports for 2025 season, per report
LIV Golf heads to Fox. According to josh carpenter sports business journalLIV plans to sign a broadcast agreement with FOX Sports for the 2025 season. Fox, which last aired live golf at the 2019 U.S. Open, plans to broadcast all of the league's tournaments on its own network, Fox Sports 1, or a combination of […]
Rory McIlroy teases Charles Barkley about his weight during match vs LIV Golf stars
Rory McIlroy and Charles Barkley engage in playful banter while the Northern Irishman takes part in 'The Showdown' golf match with LIV Golf stars Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka along with Scottie Scheffler We exchanged. As McIlroy walked down the fairway, Barkley asked him how much he would eat during a round. While the Basketball […]
4 reasons why PGA Tour, LIV Golf Showdown was a major letdown
Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy dominated the showdown, easily defeating LIV Golf superstars Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau. In addition to winning some bragging rights, Scheffler and McIlroy received $10 million in cryptocurrency as prize money, prompting the reigning Masters champion to share a funny anecdote after the round. “I don't know much about cryptocurrencies, […]
PGA Tour, LIV Golf Showdown: Betting Odds, How to Watch, Preview, and More
The Crypto.com Showdown doesn't start until Tuesday, but there were plenty of fireworks during Monday's driving range session. Reigning U.S. Open champion and LIV golf superstar Bryson DeChambeau has never been more disparaging of Rory McIlroy for his performance at Pinehurst's second match this summer. If you recall, McIlroy missed two par putts from within […]