McIlroy fears ‘false economy’ created by LIV Golf could put PGA Tour events at risk

Rory McIlroy expressed concern ahead of the US Open that the financial commitments made to counter LIV Golf could create a 'false economy' that puts traditional PGA Tour events at risk. Speaking as he prepared to tee off alongside Tommy Fleetwood and Ludvig Åberg, the Masters champion reflected that the PGA Tour was 'actually pretty good' before LIV Golf's emergence disrupted the sport. McIlroy's comments highlight ongoing tensions between the established tour structure and the Saudi-backed rival league's influence on professional golf.