Northern Irish player set to move to Saudi-backed circuit‘If I were in his position I wouldn’t make that decision’
Rory McIlroy has expressed disappointment over the imminent move to LIV Golf of Tom McKibbin, his fellow Northern Irishman and player he has mentored. “I don’t think it’s worth the sacrifice,” said McIlroy of the 22-year-old’s upcoming switch.
McIlroy has been close to McKibbin since the latter burst onto the scene as an exciting child talent. Last November, McKibbin’s rise continued with the securing of a PGA Tour card for 2025. However, it appears McKibbin will not take up that membership; having been targeted by Jon Rahm’s LIV team, he is set to move to the Saudi Arabian-backed circuit for a reported $5m plus further annual guarantees. The figures are dwarfed by those given to some others to swap traditional tours for LIV.
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