LIV Golf and PGA Tour may get big development tonight after Rory McIlroy highlighted issue

As the U.S. presidential election looms, the future of golf hangs in the balance, with figures like Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods closely watching. Former President Donald Trump has pledged that, if elected, he could resolve the ongoing dispute between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf in mere “15 minutes.”

Trump’s alignment with LIV Golf’s Saudi backers and his connections within the sport add weight to his promise. Meanwhile, Democratic nominee Kamala Harris has indicated that any decision on the merger would be guided by the Department of Justice, which has scrutinized the merger for potential anti-competitive concerns.

This stance suggests that under her administration, a more prolonged and investigative approach might prevail, keeping the PGA Tour and LIV Golf rivalry intact.

The proposed merger between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf has stirred controversy within the golf community, dividing fans, players, and stakeholders. McIlroy, a strong advocate of the PGA Tour, has been outspoken about his reservations, particularly concerning the legal intricacies and ethical implications involved. Despite recent reports suggesting a potential £1 billion deal, the prospect of a unified tour remains uncertain. Trump has argued that a single tour could bring the sport’s best players together, ending the current fragmentation.

Yet, as Trump positions himself as a swift resolver, the election results will undoubtedly influence how—and if—these golf tours converge, with both players and fans awaiting a possible resolution to the sport’s civil war.