What's happened
Rory McIlroy's views on LIV Golf and its potential impact on the Ryder Cup
Why it matters
Rory McIlroy's stance on LIV Golf and its potential impact on the Ryder Cup is significant as it sheds light on the ongoing debate surrounding the participation of LIV Golf players in traditional golf events.
What the papers say
The Independent reports on McIlroy's views on LIV Golf and its impact on the Ryder Cup, while AP News provides insights into PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan's confidence in finalizing a deal with the Saudi backers of LIV Golf.
How we got here
The PGA Tour has been in discussions with the backers of LIV Golf, and Rory McIlroy has been actively involved in the debate surrounding the impact of LIV Golf on traditional golf events.
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The PGA Tour is the organizer of the main professional golf tours played by men in the United States and North America. It organizes most of the events on the flagship annual series of tournaments also known as the PGA Tour, as well as PGA Tour Champions
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Rory McIlroy MBE is a professional golfer from Northern Ireland who is a member of both the European and PGA Tours. He is a former world number one in the Official World Golf Ranking, having spent over 100 weeks in that position during his career.