DeChambeau running out of options - McIlroy

Rory McIlroy says the addition of Bryson DeChambeau to the DP World Tour next season would bring more "eyeballs" to the tour but feels the American is running out of options. DeChambeau's competitive future is uncertain following the collapse of LIV Golf , with the two-time US Open champion last week saying he will approach his next move with "humility and respect".

The 33-year-old American can apply for DP World Tour membership based on his status as a recent major champion, which would offer him the chance to earn back his PGA Tour card for 2028. "Honestly, I'm certainly not in his shoes, and nor would I ever want to be but it doesn't seem like he's got many options.

Northern Ireland's McIlroy was speaking to reporters in Dubai before the DP World Tour Championship as he chases a record-equalling eighth season-long title. The six-time major winner trails Spain's Eugenio Chacarra by 533 points in the Race to Dubai standings going into the final event in Dubai, which offers 2,000 points to the winner.