Mark SchlabachESPN Senior Writer Jun 13, 2023 10:54pm ET2 minutes read
PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan is recovering from a medical problem
PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan is recovering from an undisclosed illness.
LOS ANGELES — PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan is recovering from an undisclosed illness, according to a joint statement by Monahan and the PGA Tour Policy Board Tuesday night.
The statement said that in Monahan’s absence, Chief Operating Officer Ron Price and Executive Vice President and President Tyler Dennis will handle the “day-to-day operations” of the circuit.
“Jay Monahan has notified the PGA Tour Policy Board that he is recovering from a medical condition,” the statement said. “The board fully supports Jay and appreciates that everyone respects their privacy.” [Price and Dennis] will oversee the day-to-day operations of the PGA Tour with the support of the amazing team that Jay has built, ensuring seamless continuity. We will provide further updates as needed.
Monahan, 53, has been under intense scrutiny after the PGA Tour surprisingly announced on June 6 that it was forming an alliance with the DP World Tour and the LIV Golf League, funded by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund. The secret deal was arranged without the knowledge of PGA Tour members, including members of the Player Advisory Council and Policy Board.
Human rights groups have also criticized the PGA Tour and Monahan for their sudden U-turn on Saudi Arabia’s entry into men’s professional golf.
Monahan took over as PGA Tour commissioner in January 2017, replacing Tim Finchem, who had managed the circuit since 1994. Monahan previously served as Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer.