Min Woo Lee Addresses Rumors About Leaving PGA Tour for LIV Golf

Min Woo Lee, one of golf’s rising stars and currently ranked 46th in the Official World Golf Rankings (OWGR), has been heavily rumored to be leaving the PGA Tour to join LIV Golf. Given his young age and impressive progression through the world rankings, many have considered him an ideal candidate for the LIV Golf circuit.

However, Lee recently addressed these speculations in an interview with the Australian Associated Press (AAP), firmly stating that he has no plans to leave the PGA Tour.

“There’s been a lot of rumours. I’m not going and am just going to play on the PGA Tour. So, I’m happy with where I’m at and, yeah, I’m looking forward to next year,” Lee said.

Enjoying the PGA Tour and Looking Ahead to Major Championships

During the conversation, Lee also expressed his enjoyment of competing on the PGA Tour and his excitement for the upcoming season. He highlighted his ambitions to participate in all the major golf tournaments next year, with a special focus on the Masters Tournament at Augusta National.

“I’ve just got to play good golf in the Aussie summer, and hopefully I can lock it up. Yeah, I never want to miss a major, the Masters especially. It’s one of the biggest tournaments in the world, so I’ll do whatever I can to get in,” he added.

Maintaining his strong form could help Lee secure exemptions to major championships, reinforcing his motivation to perform well during Australia’s summer season.

Thoughts on LIV Golf’s Potential 72-Hole Format and Cam Smith

Aside from addressing the rumors about his own future, Lee also discussed the possibility of LIV Golf adopting a 72-hole format, which could influence the competitive nature of the circuit.

The LIV Golf series has been seeking recognition from the OWGR, and one of the measures they are considering to earn ranking points is switching to a traditional 72-hole tournament format.

Lee shared his views on how this change might benefit players like his friend and fellow Australian Cameron Smith, who struggled with form after joining LIV Golf.

“Cam was one of the best players in the world before he went to LIV, and I hope he can find a stride. Great golfers, over time, if there are more holes, they’re probably going to come out on top. So hopefully we can see some good golf out of him,” Lee said.

He also mentioned that he and Smith have several practice rounds planned before the Masters and other major tournaments, believing that adapting to a 72-hole format could positively impact their competitive preparation and performance.

Conclusion

Min Woo Lee’s comments clarify his commitment to the PGA Tour for the foreseeable future while expressing support for his peers navigating the evolving professional golf landscape. Fans can look forward to seeing Lee compete at a high level during the upcoming season and in the prestigious majors ahead.

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*Edited by Anurag Bhardwaj*
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