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Shifting Sands and Sensibilities—Pro Golf’s Progressing Pain

Can a meaningful marriage between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf finally reach the business altar?
Shifting Sands and Sensibilities—Pro Golf’s Progressing Pain
PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan watches his tee shot on the 16th hole during the practice round prior to the WM Phoenix Open 2025 at TPC Scottsdale in Scottsdale, Ariz., on Feb. 5, 2025. Christian Petersen/Getty Images
M. James Ward
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A tip of the golf cap to PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan, who has perfected the non-news press conference, like the one last week at the Genesis Invitational, to “update” media on how talks are proceeding between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf.

M. James Ward
M. James Ward
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Ward is a member of the Golf Writers Association of America and Met Golf Writers Association. He has covered over 100 major championships and 12 Ryder Cup Matches. His golf acumen extends to architecture/travel, equipment, apparel, and general interest stories as well as in-depth interviews with the leading participants and influencers in the sport.