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Rory McIlroy delivers blunt message on LIV players at Truist Championship
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Rory McIlroy addressed comments from several LIV Golf players reluctant to return to the PGA Tour during the 2026 Truist Championship. Speaking after his second round on Friday, the reigning Masters champion emphasized the PGA Tour as the top competitive stage. He noted that declining to play there reveals something about a player's ambitions.
Bryson DeChambeau's future in professional golf remains uncertain after the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund withdraws support from LIV Golf following the 2026 season. Golf Channel analyst Gary Williams doubts DeChambeau will shift focus to his YouTube channel. Williams shared his views during the latest episode of the Subpar podcast.
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PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp said his organization is not yet focused on reintegrating players from LIV Golf. LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil is actively seeking new investors after the Public Investment Fund announced it will end its backing after the 2026 season.
Chilean golfer Joaquín Niemann faced a tough Friday at LIV Golf Mexico, scoring +2 in the second round at Club de Golf Chapultepec, ending even par overall and tied for 31st. Two double bogeys defined his day, leaving him 10 shots behind leader Jon Rahm. He had started with -2 on Thursday, featuring a viral hole-in-one.
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LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil assured staff that the season will proceed uninterrupted despite reports of potential funding cuts from backer Saudi Public Investment Fund. The league's event in Mexico City carried on with practice rounds and a pro-am as scheduled. Players dismissed rumors, citing ongoing support from PIF governor Yasir Al-Rumayyan.
Spanish golfer Jon Rahm has said he feels calm and at home at Augusta National ahead of his tenth Masters appearance, starting Thursday. He trained with José María Olazábal and Sergio García, recalling Spain's legacy of six green jackets. He arrives in strong form from LIV Golf results and is optimistic about DP World Tour negotiations.
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Phil Mickelson announced Thursday that he will skip next week's Masters tournament and remain sidelined for an extended period due to a personal health matter involving his family. The 55-year-old six-time major champion, a fixture at Augusta National since 1991, joins Tiger Woods among prominent absentees. Mickelson shared the news on Instagram, expressing respect for the event.
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