Playing 15 events a year sounds straightforward. But for Rory McIlroy in 2026, it might become a source of concern, putting his PGA Tour membership in jeopardy. McIlroy confirmed this week that he is in “constant dialogue” with the PGA Tour over his expected failure to meet the circuit’s 15-event minimum requirement for the season.

The American circuit is moving towards a two-tier model which will introduce more 20million US dollar (£15m), restricted fields for the top golfers.

Rory McIlroy took advantage of the scoring holes in windy conditions Friday and posted a 4-under 66 for a three-way share of the lead in a Scottish Open that no longer has Scottie Scheffler. As comfortable as McIlroy looked,

World number one men's golfer Scottie Scheffler has missed the cut at the Scottish Open, in the lead-up to the Open Championship.

“ You know, I did some good stuff, “ he said. “ Wish I could have gotten a few more shots out of it but yeah, overall, I think pretty solid. I wish — like to keep a clean card, so two bogeys hurts. Bu...