LIV Golf partners with R&A and USGA for 2026 agronomic standards

LIV Golf has announced a collaboration with The R&A Sustainable Agronomy Service and the USGA Green Section to enhance course conditions for its 2026 season. The partnership aims to implement a unified framework across 14 events in 10 countries. This move seeks to ensure championship-level playing environments while prioritizing environmental responsibility.

LIV Golf revealed on February 18, 2026, plans to elevate agronomic standards for its global 14-event season spanning 10 countries and five continents. The league will adopt a unified evaluation and preparation framework, leveraging expertise from The R&A Sustainable Agronomy Service and the USGA Green Section. These organizations provide resources, technology, and best practices to optimize course management worldwide, preserving each venue's character while achieving peak competitive conditions.

Ross Hallett, EVP and Head of Events at LIV Golf, emphasized the importance of this initiative. "Our commitment to delivering championship-caliber playing conditions and world-class competition across the LIV Golf League is strengthened by our alignment with The R&A Sustainable Agronomy Service and the USGA Green Section," he stated. He added that course preparation is key to event success, supporting athlete performance and excellence. Hallett thanked The R&A and USGA for their leadership in advancing golf.

The 2026 season kicked off at Riyadh Golf Club in Saudi Arabia and The Grange Golf Club in Adelaide, Australia. The Adelaide event drew over 115,000 fans, marking it as the highest-attended LIV Golf event and the largest professional golf gathering in Australian history. Upcoming stops include Hong Kong Golf Club from March 5-8, Sentosa Golf Club from March 12-15, and others such as The Club at Steyn City, Club de Golf Chapultepec, and Trump National Golf Club Washington DC.

LIV Golf's approach extends beyond events, with investments in course infrastructure, clubhouses, and sustainability measures to create lasting positive legacies for host venues.

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The Saudi Public Investment Fund announced it will fund LIV Golf only through the remainder of the 2026 season. LIV Golf responded by seeking new long-term financial partners and appointing a new independent board. PGA Tour players expressed uncertainty about the league's future and potential returns.

LIV Golf has postponed its tournament scheduled for June 25-28 at Bayou Oaks at City Park in New Orleans, with discussions underway for a potential rescheduling in the fall. Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry and Economic Development Secretary Susan Bourgeois confirmed the decision in a joint statement released Tuesday. The postponement comes amid reports of financial restructuring needs for the Saudi-backed league.

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LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil assured staff that the season will proceed uninterrupted despite reports of potential funding cuts from backer Saudi Public Investment Fund. The league's event in Mexico City carried on with practice rounds and a pro-am as scheduled. Players dismissed rumors, citing ongoing support from PIF governor Yasir Al-Rumayyan.

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.

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