PGA Tour star calls for Jay Monahan exit after Jordan Spieth comments

PGA Tour star Hunter Mahan has publicly expressed his dissatisfaction with Commissioner Jay Monahan in the wake of the unexpected deal between the PGA Tour and the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia (PIF). The shocking agreement, which brings together the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, and LIV Golf, has left many players feeling blindsided and uncertain about the direction of the sport.

Commissioner Monahan played a pivotal role in orchestrating the merger with PIF and the LIV Golf competition, a move that contradicts his previous criticism of the Saudi Arabian funding. This about-face has led to discontent among the players, culminating in a heated meeting last month where many called for Monahan’s replacement.

One of the players openly criticizing Monahan is six-time PGA Tour winner Hunter Mahan. Through a social media post, Mahan conveyed that players are frustrated with Monahan’s leadership and raised questions about the process of removing him. He also hinted at the need for better player representation during such pivotal decisions.

This sentiment is shared by other golfers, including three-time major champion Jordan Spieth, who admitted that trust in Commissioner Monahan has been eroded. Spieth’s comments reflect a growing lack of confidence in Monahan’s leadership, especially after the sudden and controversial merger. With players openly expressing their concerns, the pressure on Commissioner Monahan to address these issues and restore trust has intensified.