Rory McIlroy: If LIV players don't want to rejoin PGA Tour, 'I think that says something about you'

World No. 2 Rory McIlroy spoke out on May 8, 2026, following his second round at Quail Hollow, commenting on LIV Golf players potentially rejoining the PGA Tour amid reports that the Saudi-backed league is losing its funding. McIlroy stated that if LIV players choose not to return to the PGA Tour, 'I think that says something about you,' suggesting their reluctance would reflect poorly on their character. McIlroy had avoided LIV-related questions earlier in the week but addressed them directly after his Friday round.