브라이슨 디샘보가 대한민국 부산에서 열리는 LIV 골프 코리아 대회를 앞두고 열린 기자회견에서 최근의 비판 여론과 LIV 골프의 투자자 유치 노력에 대해 입을 열었다. 두 차례 메이저 대회 우승자인 그는 자금 조달의 어려움에도 불구하고 리그의 팀 형식에 대해 낙관적인 전망을 내비쳤다.
월요일에 진행된 인터뷰에서 디샘보는 사우디아라비아 국부펀드(PIF)가 LIV 골프에 대한 향후 지원을 철회하기로 한 결정에 놀라움을 표했다. 그는 팀 골프의 사업적 잠재력과 전 세계 지역 단위에서 골프를 성장시킬 수 있는 능력에 대해 여전히 낙관적이라고 덧붙였다. 그는 “우리 모두 PIF가 그렇게 빨리 손을 뗄 줄은 몰랐다. 예상치 못한 일이었다”면서도 “하지만 괜찮다. 한 문이 닫히면 다른 문이 열리는 법”이라고 말했다.
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LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil addressed uncertainty surrounding the league's future after the Saudi Public Investment Fund announced it will cease funding at the end of 2026. Speaking ahead of LIV Golf Virginia at Trump National D.C., O'Neil detailed plans for a new business model and new advisors. Top player Jon Rahm called for a clear business plan before committing further.
Bryson DeChambeau's future in professional golf remains uncertain after the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund withdraws support from LIV Golf following the 2026 season. Golf Channel analyst Gary Williams doubts DeChambeau will shift focus to his YouTube channel. Williams shared his views during the latest episode of the Subpar podcast.
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PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp said his organization is not yet focused on reintegrating players from LIV Golf. LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil is actively seeking new investors after the Public Investment Fund announced it will end its backing after the 2026 season.
PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp stated during a press conference that his primary goal is to enhance the PGA Tour, remaining open to ideas that benefit fans and members. He dismissed immediate plans for LIV Golf players to join events like The Players Championship and confirmed the Returning Member Program as a one-time initiative. While LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil expressed optimism for collaboration, Rolapp focused on existing pathways for defectors.
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Jon Rahm said he holds no regrets about joining LIV Golf nearly two and a half years after the move. Speaking ahead of the 2026 PGA Championship, the two-time major winner addressed the uncertain future of the league.
Anthony Kim, who recently won the LIV Golf Adelaide tournament after a 12-year hiatus, described the outpouring of support as 'very weird' during a press conference ahead of the LIV Golf Hong Kong event. The 40-year-old recovering addict explained that he is typically motivated by negativity rather than positivity. He expressed gratitude for messages from fans, particularly those facing similar struggles.
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Joaquin Niemann and Talor Gooch finished the third round of LIV Golf Korea at nine-under par to share the lead at Asiad Country Club in Busan. Both players said they will adopt an aggressive approach in Sunday's final round.