“As you know, the players listed below did not receive the required conflicting event and media rights publications – or did not apply for publications – and their participation in the Saudi Golf League / LIV Golf event is a violation of our competition rules,” Monaghan said in a note.
“The same rule applies to other players participating in future Saudi Golf League events in violation of our rules.”
When the RBC Canadian Open scores are released on Sunday, players who resign their members will be removed from the FedEx Cup points list.
The 17 golfers listed, including past major winners Dustin Johnson, Bill Mickelson and Sergio Garcia, will not be allowed to play non-member of the PGA Tour tournament through sponsorship exemption or any other qualifying category, the memo reiterated.
Michelson, who had previously qualified for the PGA Tour for life, said on Wednesday that he “did not plan to leave the tour because he was a lifelong and hard-working member and had the right to participate.”
What’s next?
As for what’s happening now for the PGA tour, Monahan added in the statement: “You may have more questions. What’s next? Can these players come back? Can they finally play as PGA Tour champions? Believe that we are ready to tackle those questions. We will approach them as they are: be transparent and respect the terms of the PGA Tour that you have established.
“These players have chosen their choice for their own financial reasons. But they can not claim the same PGA TOUR membership benefits, reviews, opportunities and site as you do. That expectation insults you, our fans and our associates. The dream is to live up to the rules you’ve agreed to when you’ve fulfilled them and – most importantly – to be a part of the professional golf world’s top organization. “
What is the LIV Golf Series?
The tour, which starts in London on Thursday, features eight events from around the world.
Saudi Arabia’s PIF has pledged $ 250 million in total prize money. The first seven events will each have a total prize pool of $ 25 million, with $ 20 million split between individual players and the remaining $ 5 million to be shared between the top three teams at the end of each week.
Ahead of the first event in London, the 12 teams and their captains were announced. On Tuesday, the captains selected their other teams in a draft format similar to the NFL and NBA drafts.
Unlike regular golfing events, the London event is not a four-day event, but a 48-person field starts with a shotgun start – simultaneously – in the hope that it will be a very impressive, action-packed style event.
Competing in a traditional stroke play format, the lowest scorer will be the winner.
What is the answer to LIV Golf?
LIV Golf responded to the PGA Tour’s decision to suspend players on Thursday: “Today’s announcement of the PGA Tour is revengeful and deepens the rift between the tour and its members. Company.
“It’s definitely not the last word on this topic. The era of free agency begins, because we are proud to have a full range of players with us in London and beyond.”
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