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Lowry traded to McIlroy's TGL team for 2027 season
Shane Lowry becomes the first player traded in TGL history, joining Rory McIlroy at Boston Common Golf.
In brief
Shane Lowry becomes the first player traded in TGL history, joining Rory McIlroy at Boston Common Golf. Shane Lowry is traded to Boston Common Golf to join Rory McIlroy for the 2027 TGL season, the first player trade in the league's history. Originally reported by BBC Sport.
Lowry becomes first TGL trade
Shane Lowry is traded to Boston Common Golf, becoming the first player ever traded in the TMRW Golf League. The 39-year-old Irish golfer will join Rory McIlroy for the 2027 season.
McIlroy welcomes Lowry as teammate
McIlroy, who co-founded TGL with Tiger Woods and Mike McCarley, says Lowry is a great friend. They won together at the Zurich Classic and McIlroy values his commitment to winning for teammates.
“We've had some special wins together, including at the Zurich Classic, and I know the quality of his game and how much he cares about winning for his team-mates.”
Lowry excited to join Boston Common
Lowry, the 2019 Open champion who won the Irish Open at Doonbeg in September, says he is delighted to link up with McIlroy. He looks forward to helping the team win a championship.
“Having Rory alongside me and being part of this group makes it particularly exciting, and I'm looking forward to helping the team bring a championship to Boston.”
At a glance
Shane Lowry is traded to Boston Common Golf to join Rory McIlroy for the 2027 TGL season, the first player trade in the league's history.
