Patrick Cantlay States the Pros and Cons of PGA Tour and LIV Golf Days After Scrapping off Rumors About His Move to the Saudi Arabia-Backed League

The rumors of Patrick Cantlay joining LIV were taking over. However, the pro golfer silenced the stories. But still, people are interested in knowing his views on LIV. He is one of the finest golfers and is in the top 10 in the world. The Saudi- backed circuit will be lucky to have him. However, Cantlay loves PGA, and he is not going to switch.

And to add to his decision, he gave the perfect reason which everyone can consider before switching the tour. He recently appeared on the Drop Zone podcast and perfectly summarized LIV vs. PGA TOUR. 

What are the pros and cons of two rival tours, according to Patrick Cantlay?

The PGA pro has already made clear he has no intention of joining LIV. He was pleased with the PGA tour and the changes done. And now the world’s number four golfer has stated the benefits and flaws of both tours. He says, “The world rankings situation as well as doing something new, not traditional and definitely uncertain would be major cons.” LIV players are not eligible for OWGR, which was one of the most significant flaws that Saudi-backed players face.

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 He added the pros on the LIV side, which, according to him, were evident. LIV defectors get paid more money, and they play comparatively fewer tournaments. Stating pros, he said, “obviously, it seems like more money, and they play seemingly less tournaments. Just less work.”

However, he also pointed out the pros of being on the PGA tour. Cantlay believes that the American tour has much more to offer comparatively. Players are allowed to play at the Presidents Cup and Ryder Cup. It allows golfers to be part of the legacy. He said, “I would say there is a lot of history involved in playing in the Presidents Cup and Ryder Cups are big pros.”

The PGA pro also mentioned the increased purse for the tour’s events. After more players joined LIV, PGA commissioner Jay Monahan came up with increased purses and added benefits for all the players. Cantlay appreciated that the PGA tour was evolving. In his appreciation, he said, “The PGA tour is seemingly willing to evolve and change for the better. All the best players getting together more often for more money.”   

Does Cantlay factor in the source of the money behind LIV golf? 

According to Cantlay, considering the source of money was important. He wants to be aware of the source of the money he earns. He said, “You at least want to be totally aware of where the money is coming from and what else it’s being used to do.” However, the source of the money should be one of many points on which to base the entire decision to join a tour.

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What are the pros and cons of the PGA and LIV? Let us know in the comments.