Phil Mickelson claimed “all players should be appreciative” of LIV Golf amid sweeping changes to the PGA Tour.
Commissioner Jay Monahan announced radical alterations to the circuit in what was widely seen as a direct response to the threat posed by the Saudi-backed breakaway league.
The changes are being led by Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods, whose tech-driven team competition raised eyebrows.
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Mickelson, who made one of the highest-profile and most divisive switches to the rebel tour, claimed he and others deserve credit for forcing Monahan’s hand.
“It was stated very clearly that nothing was going to happen,” he told SI’s Bob Harig.
“Unless there was leverage, nothing was going to change. And all players should be appreciative of what LIV is doing. The players on LIV for the opportunity they are getting. And the PGA Tour for the leverage that was provided to get these changes done.
“I don’t think vindication is what I would say. I would say I’m generally happy that the top players who are really driving the Tour and creating the interest are being listened to. And what they are doing for the Tour is being valued now. I’m happy to see that happen.”
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