How can one criticize him for seemingly turning his back on everything he once believed? He is just trying to admirably ‘grow the game.’ Gratefully, this game of golf that is apparently in need of constant growth will happily continue to exist and thrive. It doesn’t even require the input of Rahm, or any other professional on LIV and the PGA Tour who are often united in possessing an overinflated sense of worth. Regular four-balls will still take place at your local club on a Saturday. Families and friends will be outside enjoying the physical and mental health benefits offered by golf. Keen players will be working tirelessly at the range in that constant search of improvement. The busting communities of golf societies are busy planning their buddy’s trips and girl’s golf getaways for next season. None of this has anything to do with profiteering, or ‘growing the game.’ The game of golf is not what you see on TV. Professional golf was always nothing more than a window into the game, but the view it offers is not one that deserves our respect or attention anymore. Many people have contributed to this regrettable reality, while enriching themselves along the way. The PGA Tour created a monopoly by launching its year-round FedEx Cup schedule, effectively keeping the best players in America, which made
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