Rory McIlroy has expressed his willingness to pay for the opportunity to compete in the Ryder Cup, following reports that members of the US team could receive $400,000 (£315,000) each for their participation in the upcoming event in New York next year. McIlroy has voiced concerns that such financial incentives could compromise the integrity of the prestigious tournament. In response to pressure from top players, the PGA of America’s board is contemplating a departure from Ryder Cup tradition by establishing a $5 million fund to compensate the 12-man American team. However, no similar initiative is being considered for the European side, a stance that McIlroy, as Europe's leading player, fully supports.