LIV Golf star makes "foolish" claim over Ryder Cup situation for Team Europe

The DP World Tour have been pressured by golfer Graeme McDowell to not look "foolish" ahead of the Ryder Cup.

CEO Keith Pelley told golfers that joined LIV Golf League that it's unlikely they'll be reinstated this season, meaning they won't be eligible for the Ryder Cup. Sergio Garcia, Lee Westwood and Ian Poulter are some of the European golfers set to miss out, after being fined and banned for their involvement with LIV back in May.

Former vice-captain McDowell thinks that they should still be considered for the prestigious tournament, as team USA are likely to utilise LIV stars Talor Gooch and Brooks Koepka. American LIV players are eligible, and McDowell thinks that the double standards will make the competition look silly.

"To ignore LIV because of politics when the US have those players in their side doesn't make any sense," said McDowell to BBC Sport. "It makes Europe's tour look foolish.