Trump victory 'clears the way' for PGA Tour-PIF deal, Rory McIlroy says

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Stalled negotiations between the PGA Tour and the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia, the financial backers of LIV Golf, could move forward following former President Donald Trump’s victory in Tuesday’s elections, according to one of the Tour’s biggest stars.

Rory McIlroy drew the connection during a press conference at the DP World Tour’s Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship on Wednesday.

Rory McIlroy hits his tee shot on the sixth hole during the final round of the BMW Championship golf tournament at Castle Pines Golf Club. (Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports)

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When asked about rumors that a deal has already been struck, McIlroy denied any knowledge but added that changes to the White House could be a good sign of what’s to come. 

"Given today’s news with what’s happened in America, I think it clears the way a little bit," McIlroy said. "So we’ll see."

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland smiles on the second hole during the Pro-Am prior to the Genesis Scottish Open at The Renaissance Club on July 10, 2024 in North Berwick, Scotland. (Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

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McIlroy added that Trump, who stated earlier in the week during a podcast appearance that it would take him "the better part of 15 minutes" to get a deal done, could do just that because of his "relationship" with Saudi Arabia and his love for golf. 

"He might be able to. He’s got Elon Musk, who I think is the smartest man in the world, beside him. We might be able to do something if we can get Musk involved, too," he stated.

"I think