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5 PGA Tour rules Rory McIlroy wants changed

5 PGA Tour rules Rory McIlroy wants changed as he skips first playoff event
Rory McIlroy has decided to not play in the St. Jude Championship, skipping the first round of the FedEx Cup Playoffs as he eyes a fourth Tour Championship and the eye-watering prize winnings
Lucas Glover reflects on PGA Tour’s view of Rory McIlroy skipping FedEx St. Jude
Lucas Glover, who is well-connected within the PGA Tour, has shed some light on how Rory McIlroy’s choice to miss the FedEx St. Jude Championship is being viewed inside the game. Glover does not shy away from sharing his thoughts on how the PGA Tour can move forward,
PGA Tour vet 'very concerned' as Rory McIlroy skips first leg of FedEx Cup Playoffs at St. Jude Championship
In an effort to reduce his overall workload on the season, Masters champion Rory McIlroy decided not to play in this week's St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind in Memphis, Tennessee. As such, the first leg of the FedEx Cup Playoffs will run with 69 of the top 70 players in the world -- McIlroy the lone missing piece from the start of the three-week postseason.
PGA Tour star comes to Rory McIlroy's defense after controversial FedEx Cup move
Rory McIlroy caused a stir by deciding to skip the FedEx Cup playoff event, but he's been given a free pass by former U.S. Open champion Lucas Glover.
Rory McIlroy's absence from first portion of PGA Tour postseason draws concerns from organizers
The PGA Tour mulls new rules after reigning Masters champion Rory McIlroy takes advantage of legal loophole to skip St. Jude Championship and manage his schedule.
'I'm PGA Tour star and major winner - Rory McIlroy can do what he wants'
Rory McIlroy is not in the field at the St. Jude Championship, which is the first round of the FedEx Cup Playoffs, as he does not feel the event affects his chances of winning the Tour Championship
PGA Tour Stars Weigh in After Rory McIlroy Skips FedEx Event
Rory McIlroy skips FedEx St Jude Championship, sparking reactions from PGA Tour stars like Jordan Spieth and officials.
PGA Tour veteran ‘very concerned’ after Rory McIlroy skips first playoff event
It’s not the greatest look for the PGA Tour and its playoff format that Rory McIlroy is blowing off the first leg of the three-tournament gauntlet.
Rory McIlroy is missing the PGA Tour postseason opener and it’s not a surprise
Rory McIlroy was hot and tired when he finished the FedEx St. Jude Championship last year. He was No. 3 in the FedEx Cup. He beat only one player at the TPC Southwind and tied for 68th, finishing 26 shots behind. He dropped all the way to No. 5.
Cameron Young for the Ryder Cup? Why is Rory McIlroy skipping Memphis? PGA Tour roundtable
Young is so talented, an excellent course fit, and his aggressive style should be great in cup golf. But he needs to go earn it.
Rory McIlroy's Playoff Absence Forces Player Council to Rethink Rules
Rory McIlroy skipped the FedExCup playoff opener, prompting PGA Tour officials to reconsider rules amid growing controversy.

Rory McIlroy Sends Warning Shot To PGA Tour With Major Decision Regarding FedEx Cup

The opening round of the 2025 FedEx Cup playoffs began this week at the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis, and all but ...

Longest drivers in PGA Tour history include John Daly, Rory McIlroy, Bubba Watson

The first officially recognized long-drive champ, Dan Pohl led the PGA Tour in 1980 (274.3 yards) and then again in 1981 (280 ...