Rory McIlroy's absence from first portion of PGA Tour postseason draws concerns from organizers

Rory McIlroy has had another busy schedule this season. But this week, he found a way to lessen his workload. 

McIlroy elected to skip the St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind in Memphis, much to the dismay of at least one PGA Tour organizer. Peter Malnati, a player director on the PGA Tour Policy Board, said he was "very concerned" by McIlroy's decision.

The FedEx St. Jude Championship serves as the first leg of the playoffs. The BMW Championship is the playoff's second leg, while the Tour Championship later this month in Atlanta will conclude the 2025 postseason.

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