Charley Hoffman's letter to PGA Tour membership has sparked reactions from famous golf figures. Previously, Justin Thomas urged his colleagues to communicate with the media as much as possible and show another side of their personality. However, Hoffman's letter did not elicit positive reactions.
The experienced golfer pointed out in the letter that some of the golfers want to play as few events as possible, while on the other hand they find time for TGL, Race to Dubai and other non PGA Tour events.
In addition, he pointed out that 'the best competition happens when the best players go head-to-head in a deep, competitive field not in small, limited-entry events that leave deserving players on the outside looking in'.
Rory McIlroy found himself in these categories, feeling called out. The Northern Irishman sent a clear message to Hoffman, pointing out that the PGA Tour also owns part of TGL.
"I think the thing he forgot to mention is the PGA Tour owns 20% of TGL, so he's criticizing his own product," McIlroy said, as reported by Golf Monthly.
"They also own a good chunk of European Tour Productions, so again - I thought some of the elements of the letter were fine, addressed some issues. He was criticizing the Aon Swing 5. He was sixth in that."
Rory McIlroy: Everyone needs to focus on themselves
The Northern Irish golfer supports some of the changes and believes that it is a good thing to aim for the progress of the PGA Tour, but he believes that Hoffman was targeting him in the letter, although he has said several times that he does not want to play a large number of events.
He stresses that every golfer should dedicate himself and focus on the future. Rory feels that what he is doing is best for his career.
