It has been two days since Tiger Woods was named as the sixth Player Director on the PGA Tour board, thus breaking his weeks long silence on the massive merger. An unprecedented decision that has been applauded and welcomed by the Tour’s players, it was also soon revealed that this decision was taken upon the request of a group of Tour players.
And one Tour pro, who was an important part of the decision that made this change possible, has revealed the reasons that led to Woods’ appointment.
1X Major winner talks about players’ side of things after Tiger Woods joins PGA Tour board
He continued “But you know I think a group of players thought really strongly that at this particular time, Tiger Woods’ voice needs to be heard at the highest level with a structure, and getting him on the board was important.” Adam has been a vocal supporter of more rights for Tour golfers since the merger.
Scott believes the involvement of Woods will be a positive aspect for players
Ahead of his appearance at the Wyndham Championship, the 14 times PGA Tour winner has openly expressed his joy on the recent changes, and applauded Woods for taking the responsibility. He further commended Tiger for the willingness of taking up the task at this point in his career and said that going forward, his influence will be a positive thing for the players and the Tour. Scott further insisted on the PGA Tour being a players’ organization, and expressed that in the past few years, it felt like their voice was not being heard. But with Woods joining, things will change for the better.
Besides Woods, other members on the board are Rory McIlroy Patrick Cantlay, Webb Simpson, Charley Hoffman, and Peter Malnati. With Woods becoming a key member, players are expecting more transparency and a better outlook in future decisions.
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