Tom McKibbin, one of many biggest abilities on the planet of golf, has turn out to be the principle matter of the media in the previous couple of days. Purpose? A younger golfer might be a part of the controverisal LIV Tour. The 22-year-old golfer hails from the nation the place the massive golf star comes from; Rory McIlroy.
In accordance with reviews, McKibbin might be a part of Jon Rahm's group (Legion XIII). The gifted golfer attracted media consideration along with his performances on the DP World Tour, particularly after successful the Porsche European Open.
In an interview with Golf Digest Center East, the 22-year-old revealed that he doesn't wish to say something earlier than the DP World Tour Workforce Cup in Abu Dhabi ends.
"I’m not gonna make any comments this week out of respect for Justin [Rose] and Luke [Donald] and this tournament," mentioned McKibbin, as quoted by Golf Magic.
"It’s a team event so I’m just trying to give my best to the team and see how many points I can get."
Rumors showing within the media in recent times have usually turned out to be true. This time it’s troublesome to provide the suitable reply, however judging by the statements of the 22-year-old, it appears that he’s near going to the Saudi-backed Tour.
Will now we have the identical circumstances as up to now?
That will be an enormous blow to the PGA Tour, which depends on younger abilities.
Though LIV leaders haven’t been notably lively within the final yr, the offseason is the time once they make the best efforts to draw among the golfers.
Luke Donald, the captain of the European group, doesn’t wish to get too concerned within the choices of the gifted golfer, believing that the Northern Irishman has the suitable to make the choices which can be finest for him.
"Tom has to make the decisions that he feels are best for him. I talked to Tom and he's very much looking forward to this week, looking forward to playing for Justin, looking forward to try and impress me and contribute to the team. Nothing changes there."
