Tiger Woods joins PGA Tour board and throws support behind Commissioner Jay Monahan

Tiger Woods has taken a significant step by joining the PGA Tour policy board after 27 years, providing crucial support to Commissioner Jay Monahan. With this move, players now have a stronger voice as the tour works on finalizing its business partnership with the backers of LIV Golf, which is based in Saudi Arabia.

Woods will serve as the sixth player director on the board, marking the first time that players have outnumbered independent directors. This decision comes at a critical moment for the tour and Commissioner Monahan, who engaged in private discussions with Saudi leaders and two board members to secure a deal with the Saudi Arabia national wealth fund for cooperation with the rival golf league.

Previously, Woods had been a staunch opponent of LIV Golf and was instrumental in organizing a meeting with select players last year in Delaware to restructure the PGA Tour model.

In his statement, Woods expressed the players’ commitment to ensuring that any changes in tour operations benefit everyone involved. He also commended Commissioner Monahan for being receptive to player concerns, stating that he has confidence in Monahan’s ability to implement the necessary changes.

Over the years, Woods has held significant influence among players, even though he never formally served on the Player Advisory Council or the PGA Tour policy board. His opinions have consistently carried weight, often discussed privately with both Commissioner Monahan and his predecessor, Tim Finchem.

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