Rory Mcilroy has said it could be a “catalyst for change." Phil Mickelson has called the plan “interesting.”
The idea for a potential new world golf tour is starting to make waves around the sport, and it’s gotten the attention of the game’s biggest stars.
Over the weekend representatives from The Premier Golf League announced plans for a league that would rival the PGA Tour. The PGL would consist of 18 tournaments around the globe, limited to the top 48 players in the world and would offer a prize purse in the $10 million range.
As backers for the new league continue to make contact with tour pros, PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan has informed players the PGL is backed by “Saudi Interests.