PGA and LIV Golf Stars Face Off in Televised Exhibition Match

Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler will compete against Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau in an 18-hole event designed to bridge the divide between rival tours.

The Crypto.com Showdown will take place Tuesday at Shadow Creek Golf Course in Las Vegas, featuring top players from the PGA Tour and LIV Golf.
The 18-hole match will follow a Ryder Cup-inspired format with segments of best ball, alternate shot, and singles play.
Rory McIlroy spearheaded efforts to secure PGA Tour approval for the event, emphasizing its potential to unite players and fans of the divided sport.
Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau expressed hopes the event could lead to more collaborative competitions between the rival tours in the future.
Discussions about a broader PGA-LIV Golf merger remain ongoing, with the match seen as a step toward fostering cooperation and fan engagement.