The playoffs begin with the top 70 players at the FedEx St Jude Championship, where the top 50 advance to the BMW Championship, before the top 30 contest the Tour Championship. Rory McIlroy is resting instead of participating, assured of a top 30 finish. The tournament removed the starting strokes advantage, diminishing McIlroy's motivation to compete. Concerns arose among player directors about his absence, and discussions on potential rule changes may follow.
Rory McIlroy has chosen to skip the FedEx St Jude Championship despite being second in the FedEx Cup standings, as he is assured of a top 30 finish.
The removal of starting strokes from the Tour Championship led McIlroy to rest, indicating he values the competitive integrity over financial incentives in the playoffs.
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