Rory McIlroy supports the DP World Tour's decision to allow former LIV Golf members to return, citing the threat the league posed to European golf. Speaking at the Abu Dhabi Aldar Championship, McIlroy stated that LIV Golf's actions "destroyed" the European tour's culture before Saudi funding ended. While DP World Tour CEO Guy Kinnings faces criticism for welcoming back players like Jon Rahm and Sergio Garcia, McIlroy agrees the tour must protect its loyal members.
Kinnings revealed the DP World Tour received over $77 million from the PGA Tour to boost 2025 prize money. With LIV 2.0 offering smaller purses, Kinnings must decide whether to adjust finances or reduce tournament count. McIlroy believes the sport needs a "reset" to ensure sustainability, noting the previous "arms race" created by guaranteed LIV contracts is over.
He suggests the industry must find balance to maintain overall health.
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