In the previous days, a lot was written about the fact that the US Ryder Cup team will be financially rewarded by the PGA of America. While some agree with this decision, others are against it, not understanding why the golf world is going in the wrong direction. The famous faces of this sport reacted violently, considering that the latest events on the golf scene and such moves are wrong.
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Paul McGinley, the Irish golfer, who did magical things while playing for the European team, had an interesting message for everyone in October of last year when it comes to the Ryder Cup and financial rewards. The experienced McGinley pointed out in an interview with the Five Club Podcast that he hopes that such a scenario will not be seen on the golf scene. The Irishman stresses that the golfers who are part of the Ryder Cup already earn enough money, so they do not need additional money at all.
"Personally, I hope it gets to a place where neither team is paid. I think the money that top professional golfers earn at the moment is huge on so many different level. Theyre all set up for life, no matter what."
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The Irishman shares the opinion of many, emphasizing that the appearance at this prestigious competition is certainly only a plus to the career that individuals already have. Paul knows what you have to do on the golf scene to secure a spot on the Ryder Cup. While looking forward to this competition, the experienced McGinley stresses that there is no need to give money to the golfers at the tournament, which is played every two years.
"Once you make a Ryder Cup standard nowadays, you're set up for life anyway, whether it be through your pension fund or whether it be in the prize money you've earned. I think for one tournament every two years it would be great to give back."- McGinley said, as quoted by Irish Star.
The latest headlines say that the PGA of America will allocate $5 million, which would mean that each of the players will earn $400,000. However, such a decision has not yet been confirmed by the supreme body of this golf organization. With the arrival of new management, things could be resolved, and a final decision could follow when it comes to paying golfers who will be part of the US team.
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Rory McIlroy reacts to the latest rumors
European golfers seem to be not so open to such modifications, looking at such changes somewhat differently. Rory McIlroy, surely the key link of the European team, positively surprised golf fans, emphasizing that he does not need money for the performance at all.
In fact, an experienced golfer stresses that he would be willing to pay money to compete in such a big competition.
Europeans did not talk so often about the problem of paying at the Ryder Cup, having slightly different attitudes in contrast to US golfers. Rory McIlroy had a solid season behind him, although he admitted in a press conference that he wanted to show more.
A few days ago, McGinley reflected on the season behind us, putting an accent on the performances of McIlroy. The experienced Irishman believes that Rory has a great season behind him, looking at the statistics and what he has shown. McGinley stresses that the Northern Irishman's main problem is that he has raised the bar too high. Setting such high standards and dealing with pressure is not easy for anyone.
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I think Rory has had a very good season, McGinley said.
His stats have all been pretty good this year. I think hes a more rounded golfer than hes ever been before. But the problem hes got is that the bar has raised. The bar is a lot higher than it was when he was winning Major Championships ten years ago."
The 57-year-old did not forget to mention Schauffee and Scheffler, who excelled this season and showed what we haven't had the chance to see in a long time. The consistency of both golfers is what impresses Paul. Scheffler reminded us of some of the best golfers we've had the chance to watch this season. His calmness, focus, and the fact that he never gives up are the reasons why he has been so impressive this season.
Paul McGinley stresses that the circumstances prevailing on the golf scene, and the great performances of individuals, are creating even more pressure on McIlroy. Paul points out that Rory has to show something extraordinary if he wants to unseat Schauffele and Scheffler from the top.
