“I want to play golf where I want to play golf. I want to play in the locations that I love to go to,” said Rory McIlroy. With that, he once again reminded the golf world of his willingness to chart his own path. Skipping three signature events and even a FedExCup playoff this year was more than a scheduling choice—it was a statement. His words land like a warning shot: global growth over PGA Tour rules?

Rory McIlroy’s latest remarks highlight the cracks in the PGA Tour’s traditional structure. Rejecting minimum event requirements, he prioritizes flexibility, enjoyment, and selectivity, signaling that change is inevitable. Analysts framed his words as a generational warning, drawing parallels to Roger Federer’s late-career freedom to explore new tournaments. Inspired by that model, M

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