PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan has been tight-lipped about the progress of talks with the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) regarding LIV Golf.
During a press event for the FedEx St. Jude Championship and the release of the 2025 PGA Tour Schedule, Monahan was asked if this schedule meant no deal with LIV Golf until at least 2026 or 2027. He simply said, “I think that’s fair.”
Monahan didn’t provide details on when or if a deal might happen but emphasized that discussions with PIF’s Yasir Al-Rumayyan are ongoing and that the Tour is in a strong position.
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He mentioned that engagement among players, partners, fans, and investors is very high and strong. He also highlighted the momentum seen in the Playoffs and upcoming schedules, as well as continued innovation within the Tour.
Monahan stressed that regular dialogue continues between players and PIF, but he won’t negotiate publicly. Fans might feel anxious about these vague updates.
Despite complex negotiations, Monahan remains hopeful for a positive outcome. “These are very complicated discussions,” he said. “But when you’re continuing to meet and innovate, you can’t be anything other than hopeful.”
As for timelines and current status, Monahan noted they are in a good place with ongoing conversations. That’s what matters most to him right now.
Rory McIlroy has been part of these discussions too. It’s been over 14 months since it was announced that PGA Tour and PIF were trying to work together despite past issues.
An initial agreement deadline passed without resolution by New Year’s Eve. Before March’s Players Championship, Monahan said talks were speeding up.
Since then, key players like Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy have attended meetings to push things forward. But for now, everyone is still waiting.
What do you think will happen next?
