In a shocking turn of events, Jimmy Dunn, a pivotal figure in the PGA Tour’s controversial framework agreement with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), has resigned from the PGA Tour policy board effective immediately. This unexpected departure raises questions about internal tensions and the future of golf’s governance amid ongoing turmoil.

Dunn, who served as the vice chairman and senior managing principal of Piper Sandler, played a crucial role in facilitating discussions that led to the contentious agreement. His involvement included testifying before Congress about the negotiations and overseeing the direction of LIV Golf post-merger. However, his resignation comes at a time when the framework agreement is under intense scrutiny, with players expressing dissatisfaction over the lack of transparency and governance.

The announcement follows a week filled with upheaval, including Rory McIlroy’s withdrawal from the PGA Tour policy board due to feeling unwelcome. Speculation abounds regarding whether Dunn was pushed out or chose to leave amid growing dissent among players. His statement reflects a sense of disillusionment: “I have not been asked to take part in negotiations with the PIF since June 2023… I feel like my vote and my role is utterly superfluous.”

The resignation is emblematic of a larger crisis within the PGA Tour, as players increasingly voice their frustrations about leadership and decision-making processes. With Dunn’s exit, the question looms: who will now steer the negotiations with the PIF, and what implications will this have for the future of professional golf?

As the PGA Tour grapples with these developments, the urgency for clarity and direction has never been more critical. With two high-profile resignations in quick succession, the pressure mounts on PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan, who has faced calls for his own resignation in the past. The landscape of golf is shifting rapidly, and all eyes will be on how the Tour responds to this latest upheaval. Stay tuned for updates as this story continues to unfold.