LIV Golf targets new investors after Saudi Arabia cuts funding
LIV Golf is facing an uncertain future after Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund announced it will cease funding after the 2026 season, prompting the league to seek new investors and transition to a multi-partner model. Key players like Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm may consider returning to the PGA Tour, though the path back is limited and subject to existing re-entry rules. The departure of PIF, which invested approximately $5 billion since 2022, marks a significant shift in the league's financial and strategic direction.
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