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Trump backs LIV Golfers' PGA return

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Donald Trump has voiced support for LIV Golf players to return to the PGA Tour, expressing desire to see top golfers compete together. Trump specifically mentioned wanting Rory McIlroy to play Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm against Scottie Scheffler, arguing the tour needs the best players competing against each other.

The PGA Tour currently plays at Trump's Doral course as LIV faces uncertainty after Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund withdrew funding. Jordan Spieth noted the complex situation, questioning if the same return process applies to all LIV players, especially those who sued the PGA Tour and dropped their memberships.

Sky Sports reports LIV has spent close to $6bn with minimal returns, leaving players exploring exit strategies. While some like Tyrell Hatton have DP World Tour cards facilitating a return, Phil Mickelson's path back to PGA Tour appears permanently blocked, with multiple players facing different circumstances in their potential returns.