As PGA Tour Loyalist Rory McIlroy Enjoys Fruits of OWGR, Does Phil Mickelson Now Regret His LIV Move?

For several long-standing leagues, the introduction of LIV Golf caused problems. This is due to one simple fact: LIV Golf is the most lucrative league in golf. The biggest draw for golfers was obviously the enormous purse money. The prize pool for the competition is often a stunning $25 million. However, there is one item lacking for the circuit: OWGR rankings for LIV golfers.

Many renowned players turned down the LIV golf offers for a variety of reasons, including loyalty and the absence of OWGR. Rory McIlroy, the star of the PGA Tour, prioritized legacy over money. Whereas the PGA Tour’s most colorful superstar, Phil Mickelson, joined the Saudi-backed circuit and everyone was stunned. Now both players are enjoying the fruits of their own leagues. But who is richer among them? Does Mickelson have an upper hand now that he is part of the most lucrative league?

2023 net worth of the golf icon Rory McIlroy

Four-time major winner McIlroy is one of the greatest players in the world. There is no denying the fact that the world no. 2 golfer dominates the PGA Tour. Do you know how much money he made from his league and other endorsements? The statistics will astound you.

In addition to being one of the most successful golfers, McIlroy is also one of the richest. McIlroy is this year’s third-highest-paid golfer, according to the Forbes ranking. Based on reports, he made $40 million this year on the course as of June 2023. And last year, the Northern Irish golfer won $26.7 million in prizes.

Greens are not the only source of income for McIlroy. His investment and endorsement are also the main factors in his earnings. Together with his close buddy Tiger Woods, he has established a new company, TMRW. He has made an investment in the Whoop Band, a wearable health monitor with a 2020 market cap of about $1.2 billion. 

His high-end deals with Omega, TaylorMade, and Nike contributed a lot to his earnings. Thanks to all the deals and other ventures, McIlroy earned $40 million outside of the golf courses in 2023. Isn’t it incredible? With such huge money power, McIlroy, at the mere age of 34, has a net worth of an astounding $170 million, which is an incredible feat at such a young age.

Net Worth of the LIV Golfer Mickelson

Phil Mickelson is one of those people who can surprise everyone with their antics. He occasionally provokes the fury of the people with his remarks, and at other times, at age 50, he just becomes the oldest major champion. You never know what Lefty will do next. But one thing is certain: Mickelson is the player who unquestionably dazzles everyone with his skills.

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Along with his game, his money game is also great. LIV Golf offered him $200 million for joining. And now the 110-ranked golfer plays at those events where prize money is higher than at any other league’s events. Lefty is now second among the world’s highest-paid golfers in the Forbes ranking. And this year only, he made a mind-blowing $105 million just from the course as of June 2023.

Well, just like any other athlete, his earnings do not solely depend on the game. He earned $2 million outside of the sport thanks to endorsement deals with well-known companies like Ford Motor Company and Grayhawk Golf Club. And with this, Mickelson’s net worth now stands at $800 million. 

The case is pretty clear here. McIlroy has a top-tier ranking but Mickelson has more money. Lefty is far ahead of the Northern Irishman in the money barometer. Don’t think he would regret his decision.

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