Rory McIlroy spoke about various topics of the golf scene during the press conference on TGL, and golf fans know very well what is current at the moment. Even though it was clear to the fans what TGL represents even before it started, some are still not sure about the goals of this league, and the intentions of the PGA Tour leaders regarding this project.
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Rory McIlroy decided to clear up some doubts and reveal that they do not want to replace tournament golf. Rory once again confirmed the previous views, saying that the intention of this league is to attract the younger population and to awaken their interest in golf.
"We're certainly not trying to replace tournament golf. This is hopefully going to be complimentary to what we do week-in, week-out, and if we can get some more younger people, that sort of TikTok generation, into the game of golf and condense it into a bite-size version that they can enjoy and relate to in another way, that's really what we are trying to do here."- he said, as quoted by Golf Monthly.
Rory McIlroy: I think the TV audiences are starting to grasp it
The TGL league is a revolutionary thing in the world of golf, aiming to change the previous understanding that golf cannot be changed. The leaders of the PGA Tour believe that golf is very open to change, and this may be the first step towards that.
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The Northern Irish golfer stressed that this league is something quite different from everything we have seen, and it is certain that some are not open to such things. However, Rory believes that it is important to maintain a balance, and to offer the younger population what they need.
"Look, we obviously understand that this is very different from anything that's been done before, and we also understand it's not going to be for everyone. So if you're a complete traditionalist of the game, it's probably not for you, but that's fine. That's not the audience that we're going for. But it's been fun. The players have had a lot of fun. I think the TV audiences are starting to grasp it."
