PGA Tour winner reportedly rejects big LIV offer in latest move
Two-time PGA Tour winner Akshay Bhatia recently rejected a big offer from LIV Golf, according to a new report. Here's what you need to know.
golf.comRobert MacIntyre has said he rejected LIV Golf because he didn’t want to compromise his ambitions, specifically his goal of playing Ryder Cups and winning a major. He emphasized that majors matter more to him than LIV money, and he’d already achieved Ryder Cup status, leaving one dream left to chase. In interviews, he also noted that while some players chose LIV for the financial package, his personal priorities and life considerations—like living in Scotland versus Florida—shaped his decision.[1][3][7]
Key takeaways
- Primary reason: preserving his path to majors and Ryder Cups, not the money.[3][7]
- Perspective on rivals: he acknowledged there are players he doesn’t particularly like, but he tried to stay out of broader camp dynamics.[1][3]
- Context: LIV’s financial appeal was real for some, but MacIntyre weighed long-term career goals and family/lifestyle considerations in Scotland rather than relocating for LIV.[7][1]
Illustrative quote
- “Didn’t want to compromise my dream. My dream was to play Ryder Cups. I’ve done that. I’ve only got one dream left, and that’s winning a major.” This captures the essence of his decision.[7]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest direct quotes or summarize how other players’ decisions compare to MacIntyre’s in a brief side-by-side.