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Rory McIlroy Skeptical of PGA-LIV Merger Talks

11/28/2025

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Rory McIlroy, a PGA Tour star, is skeptical about a PGA Tour–LIV Golf merger and prefers the PGA Tour.
Speaking at CNBC's CEO Council Forum, he said talks remain far apart after more than two years.
LIV Golf has losses totaling $1.4 billion since inception and faces pressure to continue spending to retain players.
Bryson DeChambeau, a LIV golfer, echoed concerns about the divide.

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Rory McIlroy, a PGA Tour star, is skeptical about a PGA Tour–LIV Golf merger and prefers the PGA Tour.
Speaking at CNBC's CEO Council Forum, he said talks remain far apart after more than two years.
LIV Golf has losses totaling $1.4 billion since inception and faces pressure to continue spending to retain players.
Bryson DeChambeau, a LIV golfer, echoed concerns about the divide.