NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps Linked To PGA Tour CEO Role According To Report

As per a report by Adam Stern of Sports Business Journal, NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps has been linked to the vacant role of PGA Tour CEO.

Phelps took the newly formed role of NASCAR Commissioner last month, after holding the role of NASCAR President since 2018. He commented at the time of the announcement:

“I’m honored to take this next step in helping to guide NASCAR, the sport I’ve loved since my father took me to my first race at 5 years old, continue to grow and welcome new fans, competitors and partners that together create some of the most extraordinary moments in sports.

“I cannot thank the France family enough for their unwavering commitment to our fans, their steady leadership, and most importantly, their stewardship of stock-car racing since its inception nearly eight decades ago.

“This sport is truly one of the great American business stories and I’m privileged to continue as part of that legacy – and especially its bright future.”

Despite this, Stern reports that Phelps is still “considered an active and attractive target” for the PGA Tour role. Stern stated:

“The tour’s search committee is likely drawn by Phelps’ role in re-energizing NASCAR since he took over the stock car racing circuit in 2018, and he holds great respect across the sports business community.”

However, Stern added that Phelps will still likely stay in NASCAR for “years to come.” He continued:

“His level of interest in the role could not be immediately established, and he thus could wind up staying at NASCAR for years to come, as he is a hardcore fan of NASCAR and has great passion for the sport.”

PGA Tour Enterprises has been on the hunt for a new CEO since January 2024. PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan commented in December 2024:

“Everything is on the table.

“We’re bringing new perspectives on to our team to help us realize the incredible opportunities ahead for our sport, including launching a search for a CEO of the PGA Tour.

“We can learn so much from across the world of sport and entertainment, and I’m excited to meet candidates for this important new role.”