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The fierce battle between the PGA Tour and the DP World Tour that has continued for many years, Rival LIV Golf League The Saudi-backed circuit’s 18 golfers will top out in London next week when they take on former Tour members, but understandably they haven’t received the warmest reception.
DP World Tour CEO Keith Perry In a memo sent to members, it expressed “strong opposition” to LIV golfers’ participation in the flagship event, adding that they would not be given “disadvantages” but would not be featured on broadcast. rice field.
“While there is no competitive disadvantage on the course, i.e. tee times, I am not required to play Pro-Am on Wednesday nor participate in groups featured on television,” the memo read. It was written. via Golf Channel.
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The Telegraph separately reported A note from Wentworth requested that LIV Golf players not wear branded apparel on the course.
“For reference, you don’t have to play in Wednesday’s Pro-Am. Out of respect for our broadcasters and your fellow competitors, please consider not wearing LIV-golf apparel.”
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FedEx Cup playoff champion Rory McIlroy has been the most outspoken about LIV Golf, voicing his feelings about the upcoming showdown shortly after winning the $18 million prize.
“I think if you believe in something you have to speak up. I believe very strongly about this. I really do,” he said over the weekend. i hate it. It’s true. Going to Wentworth in a few weeks and seeing 18 people there seems hard to stomach. “
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“Yeah, I feel strongly. I believe what I’m saying is true, and when you believe what you’re saying is true, you’re happy to stick your neck in the line.” ”
Pro-Am is scheduled for next Wednesday, with Round 1 starting Thursday.