Rory McIlroy denies Tiger Woods rift despite differing views on golf’s direction

The Holywood man revealed he would not replace Webb Simpson on the PGA Tour policy board after the prospect of his return reopened “old wounds”.

Rory McIlroy, right, has denied rumours of a fallout with Tiger Woods. Pic: (Richard Sellers/PA)

Rory McIlroy admitted he and Tiger Woods have differing views on the direction of men’s golf but denied suggestions of a rift with the 15-time major champion.

The pair, plus 2013 Masters winner Adam Scott, are part of a newly-formed seven-person “transaction subcommittee” by the PGA Tour to hold negotiations with the Saudi Arabia-backed LIV Golf.