Justin Rose, a famous English golfer, in a recent interview with the media reflected on the latest events on the golf scene, with emphasis on Sergio Garcia and the fact that the Spaniard rejoined the DP World Tour. The Spaniard, who has a great record when it comes to the Ryder Cup, couldn't perform at this amazing competition, as he had resigned from the DP World Tour.
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However, things changed quickly, and it was obvious that Garcia realized he made a mistake. The DP World Tour spokesperson confirmed that the experienced golfer paid over 1 million pounds, and will even have to serve a suspension before he has the chance to play on the Tour from next year.
Many well-known European names have not decided to take such a step, but Rose believes that such things could change in the future. He stresses that individuals who are part of LIV Golf have no regrets about it. Likewise, Justin believes that most of them are missing some things, like performing at the Ryder Cup.
"I think so, Rose said, as quoted by Gulf News.
I think maybe the guys that have gone off to LIV Golf dont regret it, I dont think. They are enjoying their soiree over there, but I also think that they miss the events that truly matter.
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Sergio, especially, the Ryder Cup has been a huge part of his life. Obviously, the DP World Tour gives him that opportunity to legitimately make the team. I think hes still a great player, I believe hes still playing really well.
Justin Rose believes that the leaders of the DP World Tour reacted in the right way, and were understanding towards those who wanted to return to the DP World Tour. Although it was expected that they might be able to send a negative answer, they have special conditions under which an individual can return to the Tour.
Rose believes that it's fair on the part of DP if they hand out a fine to individuals who work against the event. The experienced Englishman points out that it is a great thing for Sergio Garcia that he wants to return to the world of golf and play very important events. The 44-year-old golfer admits that he has no animosity towards anyone, believing that everyone has the right to make a decision based on the fundamental values they hold. Given that the DP World Tour system allows such things to golfers, Rose stresses that Garcia can take advantage of this opportunity.
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Justin Rose on US golfers and financial rewards
Justin Rose didn't forget to comment on the latest events on the golf scene, which are about financial rewards for US golfers. Judging by the media headlines, each of the golfers should earn $400,000, which is a really interesting figure. The Ryder Cup is a big competition, but some believe that such awards should not be part of prestigious tournaments like the Ryder Cup. Commenting on such an issue, Justin Rose recalled his favorite moments in his career.
"They are two of my top three moments in my career and none of them have been about the financial rewards," Rose said.
The Englishman had the chance to perform many times at the Ryder Cup. Interestingly, Rose always put the team first, and the fact that they can bring the trophy to Europe. He believes that the Ryder Cup is, in a way, an excellent promotion of the European Tour, and the way you can support the European Tour, which has enabled many to build a career on a bigger stage, ie the PGA Tour. He emphasizes that this should be the only motive for everyone.
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"I think for us we play for the badge and we also play for the European Tour," he said.
"The Ryder Cup probably does underpin quite a lot of things on the European Tour and it's a great way of supporting the tour that gave us so much early in our careers.
If you're doing it with that lens then that's as great motivation as anything."
Looking at the statements coming in the last few days, it can be felt that European golfers appreciate the chance to play in the Ryder Cup much more than US golfers. Of course, we do not want to generalize, that is, to give a general conclusion based on a few statements, but it is clear that US golfers have various motives for participating in this competition, of which money is a strong motive. It will be interesting to see what happens in that regard. Finally, the most interesting thing will be to see who will win another edition of the Ryder Cup.
