Scottie Scheffler Blames LIV Golf Players for Professional Golf's Ongoing Divide

The PGA Tour and LIV Golf remain at odds nearly two years after a proposed merger framework, with differing philosophies and player choices cited as key obstacles.

Scottie Scheffler publicly attributed the lack of progress in reunifying professional golf to LIV Golf players, emphasizing their decisions to leave the PGA Tour.
Scheffler expressed frustration over missing competition with top players who joined LIV Golf but clarified he holds no ill will toward them.
Rory McIlroy echoed similar sentiments, stating that the lack of willingness from LIV Golf's side has hindered merger discussions.
PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan credited President Donald Trump for facilitating talks but acknowledged significant challenges remain.
The differing formats and philosophies of the PGA Tour and LIV Golf continue to be major obstacles to achieving a merger agreement.