Rory McIlroy has expressed his disappointment at the prospect of fellow Northern Irishman Tom McKibbin joining LIV Golf and has warned him it is not worth the sacrifice.

Northern Ireland's Tom McKibbin consulted the world No. 3, who advised him to accept the PGA Tour card but the 22-year-old appears to be going to the rival circuit.

Rory McIlroy said he advised good friend and fellow countryman Tom McKibbin against bolting for LIV Golf because he didn’t believe the sacrifice, at this stage of his career, was worth it.

Rory McIlroy has subtly indicated his views on LIV Golf. Speaking to Flushing It, McIlroy referred to a lengthy conversation he had with Tom McKibbin recently.

Tom McKibbin looks set to make the move to LIV Golf by joining Jon Rahm's Legion XIII team for 2025, and the Northern Irishman's countryman Rory McIlroy has had his say

Rory McIlroy has warned fellow Holywood golfer Tom Mckibbin off his reported move to rival LIV Golf league a day after John Rahm said LIV would be 'a good environment'.

Tom McKibbin strongly linked with a move to Jon Rahms Legion XIII team in the LIV Golf League; Rory McIlroy has spoken to McKibbin about the possible switch; Watch both in action at the Hero Dubai Des

Rory McIlroy was asked about his reaction to Tom McKibbin's alleged decision to sign with LIV Golf, and his answer was nearly 3 minutes long.

Rory McIlroy says he has advised Tom McKibbin against switching to LIV Golf, adding they have had "multiple conversations" on the subject.