Lee Trevino, a well-known name to golf fans, especially the older ones, seems delighted with the situation on the golf scene. The 85-year-old golfer, born in Garland, Texas, made great achievements during his long career, leaving his mark in the history of this sport in golden letters. He was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame back in 1981.
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In addition, Lee left a strong mark playing in the Majors, winning as many as 6 times.
Commenting on the events in the world of golf, Trevino referred to the negotiations between the PGA Tour and PIF, which have been going on for a long time. The golf legend is optimistic about the future of the golf, especially with the arrival of Strategic Sports Group investment in the world of golf.
SSG has invested a huge amount of money in the PGA Tour.
Lee is not a person who favors an agreement between the PGA and the PIF, at least according to his words.
"Our investors, weve got 400 million dollars new coming in," Trevino said, as quoted by Golf Monthly.
"Personally, just being the gatepost coming from Mex, I think its dead, I think the other side is gone."- he concluded.
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The future of the golf
Trevino explained that he was one of the pioneers when it came to desegregation in golf, stating that he was present at a meeting at Jack Nicklaus' club when the players decided to go their separate ways. He pointed out that that moment was crucial for the beginning of changes in the golf industry.
The legend of this sport has opened a new era, and it seems that another era of sports could be opened if there is a final deal between the PGA Tour and PIF.
Speaking about the current situation in golf, the Hall of Famer said the sport is in an extremely good position. He added that the attendance of the audience at the tournaments is increasing, and the viewership on television is also increasing.
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Lee stressed that people are enjoying the game and players are now playing faster.
