- Sep 1, 2004
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First the World #1 decides not to play and now young Rory McIlroy announces his intent not to play. Here's what he says:
For everyone who is interested, the reason I'm not playing TPC this year is because I've never thought the golf course has set up that well for me. Hence 2 missed cuts in 2 years. I have no sort of vendetta against Tim Finchem or the PGA Tour, I love playing in the US and have always found the people very welcoming. I'm sure one day I'll join the PGA tour again, but right now I want to put all my efforts into Europe and the race to Dubai. Hope this clears a few things up!
Here's an interesting link outlining the rationale behind Westwood's decision Westwood to skip Sawgrass - National golf | Examiner.com
Looks like PGA Tour's decision to limit these guys to ~10 events is starting to hurt. I wonder if any more of these announcements by top players not on PGA Tour will force a rethink.
Overall I think it is a pity. The TPC is a great event. If the Euros decide to effectively boycott, then does it lose some of its value?
Thoughts?
For everyone who is interested, the reason I'm not playing TPC this year is because I've never thought the golf course has set up that well for me. Hence 2 missed cuts in 2 years. I have no sort of vendetta against Tim Finchem or the PGA Tour, I love playing in the US and have always found the people very welcoming. I'm sure one day I'll join the PGA tour again, but right now I want to put all my efforts into Europe and the race to Dubai. Hope this clears a few things up!
Here's an interesting link outlining the rationale behind Westwood's decision Westwood to skip Sawgrass - National golf | Examiner.com
Looks like PGA Tour's decision to limit these guys to ~10 events is starting to hurt. I wonder if any more of these announcements by top players not on PGA Tour will force a rethink.
Overall I think it is a pity. The TPC is a great event. If the Euros decide to effectively boycott, then does it lose some of its value?
Thoughts?