PGA Tour Board to get shocking Rory McIlroy shakeup amid surprising resignation

Rory McIlroy, the renowned Northern Irish golfer, who stepped down from the PGA Tour Policy Board last year, is now potentially poised to re-enter a leadership role within the organization. Sources have confirmed that McIlroy could be appointed to director positions on both the PGA Tour Policy Board and PGA Tour Enterprises, with a vote scheduled for Wednesday, according to The Guardian.

This development comes after Webb Simpson, a current player director, tendered his resignation on Monday, suggesting McIlroy as his replacement. McIlroy’s departure from leadership in November last year came as a surprise to many, as he expressed a desire to focus more on his performance on the course.

While it remains uncertain whether McIlroy will accept the proposed role, his potential return to the forefront of professional golf could serve as a morale booster for the membership amid ongoing negotiations between the PGA Tour and Saudi PIF, following a framework agreement reached on June 6th.

With 24 PGA Tour victories under his belt, McIlroy has been vocal about his concerns regarding the impact of recent developments on golf’s reputation. Last week, he put an end to rumors linking him to LIV Golf and reaffirmed his commitment to playing on the PGA Tour for the remainder of his career.

The news of McIlroy’s possible return to leadership coincides with the PGA Tour’s recent partnership with Fenway Sports Group (FSG), valued at up to $3 billion. McIlroy, along with Tiger Woods, has ties to FSG through TGL, a simulation golf league set to launch in January 2025.

Notably, McIlroy also maintains a relationship with Yasir al-Rumayyan, the governor of the Saudi Public Investment Fund, adding an intriguing dimension to his potential reinstatement. The decision on McIlroy’s return will be made by fellow board members, including Woods, Patrick Cantlay, and Jordan Spieth, who are currently gathered in New Orleans for the Zurich Classic, where McIlroy is competing alongside Shane Lowry.