LIV Golf Postpones New Orleans Event As Future Plunges Into Doubt
LIV Golf has postponed its New Orleans event scheduled for June due to funding cuts from its Saudi Arabian owners. The decision follows discussions between Louisiana officials and LIV Golf's CEO regarding the league's changing business model. The event may be rescheduled for a smaller venue in the fall.
- ▪LIV Golf's New Orleans event was set to take place at City Park's Bayou Oaks golf course.
- ▪The league will return $1 million in cash received from Louisiana under an incentive package.
- ▪Louisiana was prepared to spend about $7 million in state funds for the event.
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BreakingBusinessLIV Golf Postpones New Orleans Event As Future Plunges Into DoubtByAntonio Pequeño IV,Forbes Staff. Pequeño is a breaking news reporter who covers tech and more.Follow AuthorApr 27, 2026, 07:57pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Topline LIV Golf, the major competitor to the PGA Tour, is postponing its New Orleans event scheduled for June, according to multiple reports, pushing back the competition as the golf league will reportedly have its funding slashed by its Saudi Arabian owners. LIV Golf may announce the postponement on Tuesday.
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