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Rory McIlroy's decision to skip the first playoff event has raised concerns among PGA Tour officials, with veteran Peter Malnati expressing worry about the implications for the tour's format and potential future penalties for non-participation. Despite his absence, McIlroy remains in a strong position in the FedEx Cup standings, and there is speculation about possible changes to enforce participation in playoff events.
The PGA Tour is planning to implement changes to prevent players like Rory McIlroy from skipping playoff events, following McIlroy's decision to skip the FedEx St. Jude Championship. McIlroy's absence was influenced by his performance history at the course and recent format changes, with the Tour considering measures to close loopholes. McIlroy remains scheduled for upcoming tournaments, including the BMW Championship, but his participation is not guaranteed. The Tour is returning to traditional 72-hole stroke play to address criticism of previous formats.