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Tom McKibbin: Northern Ireland man confirms move to Saudi-backed LIV Golf
McKibbin becomes the second player from Northern Ireland to make the switch to LIV Golf, with 2010 US Open winner Graeme McDowell already part of a circuit that has several other major winners.
Those include current US Open champion Bryson DeChambeau, plus Brooks Koepka, Dustin Johnson, Cameron Smith and Sergio Garcia.
The Holywood golfer has qualified for this year’s Open Championship, which will be held at Royal Portrush.
McKibbin turned professional in April 2021 and won his first DP World Tour event in June 2023 at the Porsche European Open in Germany. He also lost in a play-off at last year’s Italian Open.
His decision could jeopardise his prospects of securing a Ryder Cup debut this season, even though he was part of the Great Britain & Ireland team at the recent Team Cup in Abu Dhabi which Europe skipper Luke Donald used to look at player options for the biennial match against USA.
Speaking two weeks ago, former world number one McIlroy said he would find it “a little disappointing” if McKibbin did move to LIV.
“If I were in his position, which I think I have been before, and had his potential I wouldn’t make that decision,” McIlroy said.
“But I’m not him. I’m not in his shoes. He’s a grown man at this point and can make his own decisions.”
McIlroy added that he would continue to be a “fan” of the 22-year-old and “help him in whatever way I can”.
Tom McKibbin, a promising young golfer from Northern Ireland, has confirmed his move to the Saudi-backed LIV Golf league. The 19-year-old rising star has shown great potential in the world of golf, and his decision to join the controversial new league has raised eyebrows in the golfing community.
McKibbin, who turned professional in 2020, has already made a name for himself on the junior circuit and is seen as one of the most promising young talents in the sport. His decision to join LIV Golf is seen as a bold move, as the league has faced criticism for its association with Saudi Arabia and its alleged attempts to disrupt the traditional golfing landscape.
Despite the controversy surrounding LIV Golf, McKibbin has expressed his excitement about the opportunity to compete against some of the best players in the world and showcase his skills on a global stage. Many fans and experts are eager to see how he will fare in the new league and whether he can continue his impressive rise in the world of professional golf.
As McKibbin prepares to embark on this new chapter in his career, there is no doubt that he will continue to be a player to watch in the golfing world. His talent, determination, and ambition make him a formidable competitor, and his move to LIV Golf will undoubtedly add an extra layer of intrigue to his already promising career.
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