Golf television viewing figures have nosedived in 2024 and Rory McIlroy warned earlier this year that the sport is losing its audience due to LIV Golf and the PGA Tour feud

Rory McIlroy spoke out about the drop off in viewers earlier this year as the PGA Tour and LIV Golf continue to battle it out

Rory McIlroy claimed earlier this year that "people are losing interest in the game" and the Northern Irishman appears to have been proven right with the latest TV figures

McIlroy has expressed his satisfaction at seeing players from the two tours unite for the good of the sport, hinting at a brighter future for golf once a deal is officially struck. When asked whether fans can expect to see similar fields going forward on the back of a finalised agreement, McIlroy responded "exactly", as quoted by The Scotsman.

After consistently losing to one American prodigy during his teenage years, superstar Rory McIlroy expected his contemporary to challenge for majors after turning professional

Rory McIlroy expressed that there seems to be a genuine willingness among all parties involved to reach an agreement. He pointed out that the presence of numerous lawyers complicates the situation, making it difficult to move forward.

Crucially, the event has been promoted by LIV Golf. A graphic has been created and shared by the Saudi tour of the four participants, including the PGA Tour golfers, the first promotion of their rivals of any kind by LIV Golf.

Rory McIlroy warned earlier this year that golf fans were being 'turned off' by the sport - and recent TV viewing figures have shown he was right to be concerned

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