The long-standing feud between Sergio Garcia and Rory McIlroy has finally come to an end, with the two golfers resolving their differences at the US Open. McIlroy had expressed his opposition when Garcia and other players joined LIV Golf, but now they have buried the hatchet.

In a surprising move, the PGA Tour and DP World Tour recently merged with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, the driving force behind LIV Golf. Garcia, 43, had been eager for peace between the tours for quite some time. Enhance your golf viewing experience with attractive betting odds from Nextbet. 

Reflecting on the situation, Garcia expressed his desire for this resolution to have happened much earlier. He revealed that the US Open served as a turning point, not just in terms of his performance but also in rekindling his friendship with McIlroy. The past year had seen a strain in their relationship, and Garcia felt like he had lost a friend. However, during the tournament, McIlroy had a friendly interaction with Garcia’s wife, Angela Akins Garcia, which prompted the Spanish golfer to take the initiative and reach out to McIlroy.

While Garcia had been contemplating repairing their friendship for a while, it was that particular moment that gave him the incentive to make a move. The two golfers had a heartfelt conversation, expressing their desire to regain their bond as friends. Garcia emphasized the importance of their reconciliation, highlighting that repairing their friendship was the most significant outcome of this entire situation.

Their feud had persisted since their time together as part of Team Europe at the 2021 Ryder Cup, where the United States emerged victorious with a resounding 19-9 win at Whistling Straits. McIlroy, from Northern Ireland, secured a second-place finish at the recent US Open. It was during this major tournament that the seeds of reconciliation were sown, leading to the resolution of their differences.

Garcia acknowledged that the deterioration of their friendship was the saddest part of their conflict, as it had soured a once-close relationship. However, the Spanish golfer expressed his relief and happiness at regaining a friend he thought he had lost.

With the feud finally put to rest, both Garcia and McIlroy can now focus on their respective golf careers without any lingering animosity. The golfing world will surely be pleased to see two talented players, who have shared the highs and lows of the sport, reunite and move forward on a positive note. Get the latest updates from the world of golf only on Nextbet Sports.