PGA of America Opens Doors to LIV Golfers: A Game-Changing Decision for 2025

Major news broke Thursday afternoon as the PGA of America announced their long-awaited decision on the future of professional golf. The organization ruled that LIV golfers will be eligible to qualify and participate in both the PGA Championship and the Ryder Cup starting with the 2025 season.

THERE IS A DIFFERENCE

It's crucial to understand that the PGA of America and the PGA Tour are two separate entities. The PGA of America oversees the PGA Championship and the Ryder Cup, while the PGA Tour manages weekly events and the upcoming Presidents Cup.

Today's announcement is significant because it demonstrates that one organization recognizes the importance of having the best players compete in premier events. The PGA of America has embraced this concept for next year's Ryder Cup, acknowledging the need to include players like Bryson DeChambeau, Brooks Koepka, Jon Rahm, and Tyrrell Hatton.

Regarding the major tournament itself, the PGA Championship has already permitted LIV players such as DeChambeau, Koepka, Phil Mickelson, and others to participate based on their previous career achievements. Today's news simply confirms that they will maintain these standards moving forward.

On Tap At The Tee Box

The most significant outcome from today's announcement is that one PGA entity has now put pressure on the other. The PGA Tour and its commissioner, Jay Monahan, are now under scrutiny. The PGA of America recognizes the value of their product and has made a move to ensure the best field with top golfers in their events, particularly the Ryder Cup. This aligns with Captain Keegan Bradley's previous statement expressing his desire to have the best 12 American players at Bethpage next September. Today's announcement solidifies that ideology.

All attention now shifts to the PGA Tour and Jay Monahan. They've been under observation for 15 months with little progress to show. While the PGA of America has secured its revenue stream for its product moving forward, the PGA Tour is now pressed to do the same. The clock is ticking for Mr. Monahan, and the pressure is mounting for him to respond.

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