Enough debating, is the PIF-PGA Tour merger ever happening or not, right? This saga has had more twists than a golf ball in a hurricane, and just when it looks like progress is near, another roadblock sends everyone back to square one. But, it finally seemed like this was genuinely going to happen after Tiger Woods confirmed the same.

A few weeks ago, the G.O.A.T. personally commented on the state of the merger. That’s why, his revelation was always going to bring joy. Woods was questioned if the deal would happen this year during the final round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational 2025. His response was “Yes, yes, and yes!” in an interview with CBS. Word? Seems like it. Both the PGA Tour and LIV Golf fans rejoiced to hear the 82X PGA Tour winner confirm the speculations. Some of his statements also made the fans believe that “it’s happening.”

Is Tiger Woods’ Old-School Thinking Holding Golf Back?

Yet, the latest reports have revealed that are still far from making it work. Tee Times tweeted Adam Scott’s statement about Tiger Woods‘ involvement in the situation. The PGA Tour pro said, “He does deserve a say in how the competitive pro golf landscape looks going forward, I think he’s earned that right.” But the post also reflected on how, despite the impact Woods has had on the sport, his ideas for the future of it might be a bit outdated.

So, Tiger Woods can totally question the direction of golf and the PGA Tour. But, his limited knowledge of business does raise doubts. After pointing these facts out, the tweet ended with “We’re approaching two years since the framework agreement with nothing to show for it. Get some action-driven fresh faces in there and figure things out, or go your separate ways and stop stringing everyone along.” Like everyone, Tee Times just wants the merger to be completed for a new stage in golf.

And that might not happen if his old-school tactic keeps influencing the decision-makers. Fans also didn’t react kindly to the latest reports. They raised their own concerns about the situation while criticizing Tiger Woods’ ideas. Here’s what they had to say.

Tiger Woods takes the heat for not growing with golf

Fans had been pushing for Tiger Woods to get involved in the merger conversation. However, judging by his approach, many might regret their decision. As one of the fans mentioned, “I now regret saying that Tiger needed to be more involved in this 2 years back.” They are just one of the many who have retracted from wanting to have the G.O.A.T. lead golf into the future.

Some even stated that it was Woods who was ruining any chance of the PIF-PGA Tour merger going through. “Tiger sadly is a malignancy on the progress of professional golf today,” said a fan as they pointed out how the 15x major winner might not be what golf needs to move ahead.

Tiger Woods‘ credibility in the entire landscape of golf has also come into question. Controversies have often surrounded the GOAT and his achievements in golf have been affected by that. As a fan stated, “I have to agree and disagree with Scott, Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus made the PGA what it is, tiger moved the needle higher when he came on board with his golf game only. He could have done so much if he had the class and followed in their footprints. mug shots are a no-no.” They believe that the bad image that Woods brings along with him should not be entertained when such major conversations are carried out. They go against the prestige and class that Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus have brought to golf.

Palmer has used his experience to build many golf courses and also contributed to the community outside of golf. The Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children is one of his biggest gifts to the world. Jack Nicklaus has also built something similar with the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation.

“Exactly!! I’d go further and say even as a golfer, Tiger is less relatable to players, than every other member on the PGA Tour. As a player representative, he’s never known what it’s like to have a card in jeopardy, to grind a livelihood. To struggle for sponsors, etc..” said a fan as they emphasized the disconnect between Woods and other players in golf. Mr. T has always been at the top of the food chain when it comes to the sport. So he might not relate to what others might face in the PGA Tour.

One of the fans had things to say about both, Tiger Woods and Adam Scott. They simply questioned “Why? No other ex-player in any sport gets a say. Unless he adds value he should enjoy the rest of his life. That Adam Scott and other players are making excuses for this is weak.” According to them, no former full-time player should have any right to make decisions on the future of the sport, regardless of their play. Overall, everyone was highly critical of Woods‘ ideas about the future of golf. Do you also have the same opinion or would you rather support the GOAT going forward? Share your views in the comments section.