Rory McIlroy and LIV Golf stars to be denied prize money for upcoming event

Golf stars Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau, and Brooks Koepka are set to compete in a much-anticipated matchplay event, “The Showdown,” in Las Vegas this December. This high-profile event will take place at Shadow Creek on December 17, with the PGA Tour’s McIlroy and Scheffler facing off against LIV Golf’s DeChambeau and Koepka.

While the match promises to showcase some of the best talent in men’s professional golf, there will be no prize money awarded to the winners. However, all four participants will receive significant appearance fees for their involvement, according to Sports Illustrated.

This match comes amid ongoing efforts to mend the rift between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, following the financial divide that has shaped the sport since LIV’s launch in 2022. McIlroy, who has previously voiced his desire to shift the focus away from monetary aspects in

golf, sees this event as an opportunity to unite fans and bring excitement to the sport during the off-season. As talks continue between the PGA Tour and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), the event is seen as a potential stepping stone toward a more harmonious future for both tours.