“The [PGA] Tour Doesn’t Care”: Truth Behind Rory McIlroy’s Resignation Comes Forth as “Frustrated” Tour Pro Makes an Honest Confession

The golf world has been undergoing major changes ever since LIV Golf’s introduction to the golf scene. While some renowned golfers defected to LIV Golf, a few loyalists decided to stay. But with recent PGA Tour pro’s revelations regarding the Tour’s mechanism and functioning, staying back might seem like a less attractive move.

One of the most loyal pros, Rory McIlroy‘s unexpected resignation from the PGAT’s policy board came as a shocker. However, after the Irish golfer’s shocking decision, this PGA Tour pro’s remarks about the Tour’s workings have come to light and hint at a probable underlying reason for McIlroy’s resignation.

A PGAT pro hints at the understated truth behind Rory McIlroy’s resignation

Some clarity has been brought forth by Chris Stroud’s recent statement about the PGA Tour’s way of handling the players. Not only do Stroud’s statements give insights into the PGA Tour’s functioning but also hint at why the Northern Irishman decided to let go of his position as the Player Director on the PGA Tour’s Policy Board.

Stroud has been loyal to the PGA Tour for years now and also has been a member of the Players Advisory Council in the past. Taking away certain aspects from his PAC experience, he unveiled the reality behind the treatment received at the hands of the PGA Tour by players who are not as renowned.

In a conversation with GolfChannel.com, Stroud said, “I’ve been frustrated with what the Tour’s done for years… The Tour doesn’t care about you if you’re not in the top 30 and I learned quickly that I needed to take care of myself. ”

The way Rory McIlroy has remained loyal to the PGA Tour throughout its ups and downs has not been hidden from anyone in the golf world. In a recent turn of events, however, the famous Northern Irishman has had to resign as the Player Director of the PGA Tour Policy Board. Many speculations have made the rounds in the golf world regarding the reason behind Rory’s sudden resignation.

Chris Stroud’s frustration with the matter has been related to why Rory McIlroy might have resigned. The 4X major champion has expressed his admiration for his PGAT compatriots on several occasions, and allegedly seeing them not being treated well might have been hard on him. The 41-year-old pro sure did not stop here, as he had other things to say about the PGA Tour.

Stroud’s stern remarks against the PGA Tour continues

Chris Stroud famously appeared in the LIV Golf promotions events and has tried his luck at the Saudi-backed league. While the same option does not seem to be a viable option for Rory McIlroy considering his strong feelings about LIV Golf, the only option that was available to McIlroy was to resign from his post. In the midst of all this, however, Troud has actively taken a step back to take care of himself.

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He has also took the opportunity to criticize the “bad culture” on the PGA Tour when it comes to the players. Emphasizing his stand, he spoke, “The Tour has built this bad culture. I love [Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan], but the Tour has never tried to give back to the players, we’ve never had a voice. So, Jay has had a free hand to do whatever he wants.”

What do you think about Chris Stroud’s take on the PGA Tour’s trajectory, and do you think this is why Rory McIlroy resigned? Share your views in the comments section below.

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