Jay Monahan has officially spoken out following the announcement that he will be stepping down as Commissioner of the PGA Tour. After months of speculation about the future of Tour leadership, Monahan confirmed that he will transition out of his role by the end of 2026.
In a surprising move, the PGA Tour named Brian Rolapp, a longtime NFL executive, as the new Chief Executive Officer. This marks the first time the PGA Tour has separated the roles of Commissioner and CEO.
Rolapp brings over two decades of experience from the NFL, where he was a key figure in media rights deals and digital growth. He now takes on the responsibility of guiding the PGA Tour through a complicated era, including player relationships, media contracts, and the ongoing tension with LIV Golf.
Tiger Woods, who serves on the PGA Tour Policy Board and was involved in the executive search, supported Rolapp’s appointment. Woods reportedly played a central role in the selection process, pushing for a leader who understands sports business and respects the tradition of golf.
Monahan said he believes the Tour is in good hands and is confident that Rolapp will “lead the PGA Tour forward in a way that benefits players, fans, and partners.”
Rolapp said he’s excited to take on the challenge and that while he has a lot to learn about the internal structure of golf, he’s passionate about the game and committed to building a strong future.
The change in leadership comes during a critical time as the PGA Tour continues to navigate its competition with LIV Golf and seeks to unify the sport again under one global structure.
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