Rory McIlroy: If LIV players don't want to rejoin PGA Tour, 'I think that says something about you'

Key Points:

• Rory McIlroy shot a 4-under 67 on Friday at the Truist Championship, moving to 5 under and four shots behind leader Sungjae Im entering the weekend.
• McIlroy avoided discussing his round in post-round interviews, focusing instead on LIV Golf and its recent loss of Saudi-backed funding, stating LIV was never for him and noting the significance of the Public Investment Fund pulling out.
• With LIV CEO Scott O’Neil seeking alternative investors, LIV has formed a new board and some players have reached out to the PGA Tour about potential returns amid reintegration efforts.
• McIlroy expressed openness to LIV players returning to traditional tours if it strengthens those tours but acknowledged significant challenges remain, as many LIV players plan to continue competing primarily in LIV events.
• He also commented on LIV players unwilling to return to the PGA Tour, emphasizing respect for their choices while asserting that the PGA Tour remains the place for the most competitive golf.