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LIV Golf gets $300 million investor, future uncertain
LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil announced a $300 million investment from BC Partners' credit arm and a group of investors, as per Bloomberg. The news came days after President Donald Trump and…
The Story in Brief
LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil announced a $300 million investment from BC Partners' credit arm and a group of investors, as per Bloomberg. The news came days after President Donald Trump and Saudi PIF Governor Yasir Al Rumayyan attended the final round of LIV Golf New York, the first such appearance since February. Reports had earlier claimed the PIF pulled funding, though it may now pay remaining player contracts. The league plans 10 tournaments in 2027 but faces doubts over player retention and the $40 million Team Championship scheduled for August in Michigan, where no infrastructure has been built yet.
Anirban Lahiri's Crushers GC won the New York team event, their latest victory, with his birdie on the final hole securing a two-shot win. Lahiri continues to be a key performer for the most successful LIV franchise.
The Indian Opinion
The narrative that LIV Golf is either dead or revived misses the point. Yes, a new investor has stepped in, but the PIF's withdrawal and lack of venue prep for the season finale show deep uncertainty. The real test is whether stars like Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm commit to 2027. If they leave, the league collapses; if they stay, LIV lurches on. Indian fans will watch if the Asian Tour partnership survives, giving relegated players a fallback.
Source: hindustantimes.com
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