PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan 'recuperating from a medical situation'

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PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan told the organization’s board he was recovering from a "medical situation" and will be off day-to-day operations duty for the time being.

Monahan’s health issues were made known in a statement on Tuesday night. It wasn’t immediately clear what was plaguing the golf executive.

"Jay Monahan informed the PGA TOUR Policy Board that he is recuperating from a medical situation. The Board fully supports Jay and appreciates everyone respecting his privacy," a news release from the PGA Tour read.

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PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan speaks during a news conference before the Travelers Championship, June 22, 2022, in Cromwell, Connecticut. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)

"During Jay’s absence, Ron Price, Chief Operating Officer, and Tyler Dennis, Executive Vice President & President, PGA TOUR, will lead the day-to-day operations of the PGA TOUR with the assistance of the great team Jay has built, ensuring seamless continuity. We will provide further updates as appropriate."

The announcement comes days before the start of the U.S. Open and about a week after the PGA Tour and LIV Golf announced a landmark alliance. Since then, the deal has come under scrutiny from players and federal lawmakers. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., asked the organizations for records on the merger.

Earlier Tuesday, Monahan’s June 9 letter to various lawmakers was revealed. He wrote the PGA Tour was "left on our own" to fend off Saudi Arabia’s bid to take over the sport.

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