Scottie Scheffler Stands Firm on PGA Tour Loyalty
World No.1 Scottie Scheffler has
made it clear—he’s not interested in revisiting a merger unless it comes on PGA Tour terms. Ahead of the Charles Schwab Challenge, the two-time major winner was blunt when asked about LIV Golf: “They left, they blew it up. They can either fix it or not.”
“Don’t Need a Deal” – A Golf Purist’s View
Scheffler’s stance aligns with Rory McIlroy’s earlier comments, placing the burden of reconciliation on the defectors. However, where McIlroy spoke diplomatically, Scheffler was direct. According to Brendan Porath on the Fried Egg Golf podcast, “He doesn’t think they should be engaged. They can come engage us.”
LIV’s Demands Rejected
The rift widened after LIV sent a letter to the PGA Tour, demanding that LIV Golf remain and Yasir Al-Rumayyan be made co-chairman of PGA Tour Enterprises. The PGA Tour rejected both requests swiftly, signaling its unwillingness to legitimize LIV’s structure.
Scheffler Focuses Solely on Competition
Despite the politics, Scheffler remains focused on elite competition: “I definitely miss the competition. They got some pretty good players… but I still think the PGA Tour has the best players in the world.”
The Return of the Rivalry With Rahm
Scheffler also admitted he misses battling Jon Rahm, who jumped ship to LIV. Their recent showdown at the PGA Championship was a reminder of what the golf world could have had—Rahm finished T8, while Scheffler captured the title.
No Ill Will, Just Golf
Scheffler’s words weren’t bitter—just resolute. “It is not necessarily a critique of them. I love it. I think he is in a prominent place in the game where he can say that,” Porath added.
The Road Ahead
As the US Open approaches, fans can expect more drama—not just on the leaderboard, but behind the scenes, as the power struggle between tradition and disruption continues to shape the future of golf. For Scheffler, the message is simple: loyalty, competition, and legacy matter more than any deal.