Rory McIlroy expected to rejoin PGA Tour policy board after surprising resignation: reports

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Rory McIlroy is expected to rejoin the PGA Tour’s Policy Board months after his surprising resignation from his position as player director, according to multiple reports. 

McIlroy, who resigned in November citing "personal and professional commitments," is expected to rejoin pending the board’s approval, a decision that could come as early as this week, ESPN reported Tuesday. 

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland hits a tee shot on the third hole during the final round of the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links April 21, 2024, in Hilton Head Island, S.C.  (Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

He will reportedly replace seven-time PGA Tour winner Webb Simpson as a player director. A source told The Associated Press Webb submitted a letter saying he wants to resign as a player director but only if McIlroy replaces him.

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The news comes as the PGA Tour continues to work toward a deal with the rival Saudi-backed LIV Golf tour. 

In June, the PGA Tour announced plans to broker a new partnership with the DP World Tour and LIV’s financial backer, the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF). The initial deadline of Dec. 31, 2023, was extended as the parties continue to work out the details.

While the deal with PIF was not finalized, the PGA Tour instead took on Strategic Sports Group as a minority investor in a deal that could be worth as much as $3 billion.

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland during the pro-am prior to the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links April 17, 2024, in Hilton Head Island, S.C. (Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

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