Rory McIlroy's protege said he doesn't mind missing majors since he gets to play with players on the LIV Golf League this season.

Tom McKibbin has spoken out on his decision to leave the PGA Tour and sign with LIV Golf, having given up his card to play in the breakaway league later this week

If the LIV Golf League were around when Rory McIlroy entered the professional game in 2007, he might have forgone the traditional DP World Tour and PGA Tour route for the upstart league.

The young Northern Irishman was advised by his compatriot to turn down an offer from the breakaway Saudi-backed series

Tom McKibbin's move to LIV Golf was confirmed at the end of last month, and the Legion XIII star has finally had his say ahead of his debut on the circuit in Riyadh

Tom McKibbin of Northern Ireland is the latest player to join Saudi-funded LIV Golf. In doing so, the 22-year-old has rejected the advice of mentor Rory McIlroy.

Having impressed during a triumphant showing in his first PGA Tour start of the calendar as he emerged as the winner at Pebble Beach, Rory McIlroy has issued a signal of intent to his rivals

Rahm's wish for a Callaway star in Legion XIII has now come true as McKibbin, often touted as 'the next Rory McIlroy ', confirmed his switch to LIV. The 22-year-old Northern Irishman earned his PGA Tour card thanks to his stellar performances on the DP World Tour in 2024.