Rory McIlroy on PGA, PIF

PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan confirmed ongoing negotiations with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) regarding a potential partnership, but no significant progress has been made since his last update. Rory McIlroy expressed frustration over the slow pace of discussions, emphasizing that both fans and players are growing impatient and questioning the future of the PGA Tour if a deal isn't reached soon. He suggested that the PIF may look for alternative options if the negotiations continue to stall. The PGA Tour and PIF had initially set a December 31, 2023, deadline for finalizing a deal, which has now passed without resolution. Monahan acknowledged the complexity of the talks but reiterated the goal of unifying the best players in golf. The situation remains uncertain as both circuits approach the end of their 2024 seasons.