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Rory McIlroy Open to LIV Golf Players' Return

1/3/2026

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Rory McIlroy, the professional golfer, says he is open to allowing former LIV Golf players back on the PGA Tour.
He adds they have 'paid their consequence' for leaving and that the decision should involve the collective PGA Tour members.
Despite openness, he remains critical of LIV Golf, questioning its viability and noting its investment has not yielded expected returns, making a near-term resolution unlikely.

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Rory McIlroy, the professional golfer, says he is open to allowing former LIV Golf players back on the PGA Tour.
He adds they have 'paid their consequence' for leaving and that the decision should involve the collective PGA Tour members.
Despite openness, he remains critical of LIV Golf, questioning its viability and noting its investment has not yielded expected returns, making a near-term resolution unlikely.