Rory McIlroy Proposes 'Champions League' Style Global Golf Tour

The proposed format could bring top golfers to new markets, amid ongoing merger negotiations between major golf tours.

Rory McIlroy has proposed a 'Champions League' style global tour for professional golf, where the best players from around the world compete in a premier competition, with smaller tours feeding into it.
McIlroy's vision comes amid ongoing negotiations between the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund on a potential merger.
The golfer believes this new format could bring the best 70 or 80 golfers in the world to new markets, such as India, changing the perception of the game in those countries.
Despite previously being a vocal supporter of the PGA Tour during its battle with the LIV Golf League, McIlroy has recently taken a less combative tone towards the rival competition.
McIlroy sees the potential for growth in untapped markets like Australia, South Africa, and Japan, and believes that aligning the interests of players, businesses, fans, and media is key to moving forward with this vision.