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Billy Horschel comments on Rory McIlroy's PGA Tour ruling

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 11:00 AM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Billy Horschel comments on Rory McIlroy's PGA Tour ruling

Summary

Billy Horschel responded to recent discussions regarding Rory McIlroy's PGA Tour membership, given that McIlroy has participated in only nine events in 2026. The concern arose over McIlroy potentially not meeting the 15-event minimum required to retain his membership. However, Horschel clarified that McIlroy holds a lifetime membership, stating he is not bound to meet this minimum but may lose voting rights and event release privileges. Horschel pointed out that this situation is similar to that of Tiger Woods in the 2018-2019 season, who also retained membership after not competing in the requisite number of events.

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By the Numbers

•Horschel discusses McIlroy's limited participation in 2026.
•Concerns exist over McIlroy's eligibility for 2027.
•McIlroy holds a lifetime membership exempting him from the 15-event rule.
•Horschel references Tiger Woods' similar situation in 2018-2019.
•PGA Tour regulations allow exemptions for veteran players.

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11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Billy Horschel responds to the PGA Tour’s new Rory McIlroy ruling

What they're saying

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Billy Horschel has never been afraid to give his opinion on a variety of topics pertaining to the PGA Tour. So perhaps it should be no surprise that Horschel was one of the first to give his opinion on Rory McIlroy’s current situation.
— Yahoo Sports

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