(Washington) Seventeen golfers competing in the opening tournament of the Saudi-backed Breakaway League (LIV) in London, including Phil Mickelson and Dustin Johnson, are barred from PGA Tour events, the commissioner of the PGA Tour announced Thursday. American circuit, Jay Monahan.
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In a note addressed to all golfers registered on the PGA Tour, he points out that “these golfers made a choice based on financial considerations”.
“But, he adds, they cannot claim the same benefits, the same consideration, the same chances and the same platform from the PGA Tour at the same time as you. This expectation is a lack of respect towards you, towards your fans and towards our partners. »