'Better for everyone' - Viktor Hovland backs changes to PGA Tour schedule

Viktor Hovland has given a glowing endorsement of the changes to the PGA Tour schedule for 2023 and beyond. To counter the threat of LIV Golf, the PGA Tour had been in consultation with its members on ways to increase prize funds and competition among the elite names.

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A host of players including Rory McIlroy and Jordan Spieth have spoken in favour of the changes, and Hovland has added his support. “I think it's good,” Hovland told Eurosport Norway.” In recent years, there have only been more and more tournaments.

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