Yasir Al Rumayyan 'breaks the rules' as Newcastle United represented at major event

Al-Rumayyan - governor of the Public of Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia that owns 85 per-cent of Newcastle - is in Scotland this week competing in the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship at Carnoustie.

And those on Tyneside were quickly alerted to Al-Rumayyan choice of clothing, absolutely loving the fact he played his opening round wearing one of the new Adidas x NUFC quarter zip pullover.

But by doing so, the United chairman may have unintentionally broke the dress code at Carnoustie - as highlighted by Golf Magic. The code of conduct on their website states:

“Golf shirts must be either collared shirts or otherwise recognised golfing attire. T-shirts, football shirts and any shirts carrying slogans, numbers or non-golfing related illustrations, are not permitted.

“Trousers and shorts must be tailored. Blue denim, paramilitary, or track suits are not permitted. All recognised golfing headgear is acceptable.”

Now, considering Al-Rumayyan is one of the most powerful figures in golf by heading up LIV Golf, we’re pretty sure he’ll have avoided any flak, especially with a much bigger matter at play.

Indeed, the national focus is very on Al-Rumayyan and PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan, who were grouped together at Carnoustie on Thursday and later shared a warm embrace amid growing hope Golf's civil war may be reaching an end. The sport has essentially been split in two with a host of high-profile names including John Rahm, Phil Mickelson and Brooks Koepkal leaving the PGA Tour to join LIV.

“You know, there’s no better place than the home of golf to get everyone together and talking,” said Rory McIlroy. “It’s a great thing and a good sign that Jay and Yasir are both here and playing together. It is a step in the right direction. Time will tell if things go in the direction I and a lot of people want them to.

“We all understand it is not easy and, you know, change for the most part in golf is resisted because it is such a traditional sport. But at this point, change is needed to drive the game forward, and hopefully we can get to that point.”

McIlroy will be paired with Monahan on Friday and with Al-Rumayyan on Saturday.