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LIV Golf announces Oklahoma-centric team captained by Talor Gooch
TL;DR
LIV Golf has rebranded its team Smash GC to OKGC, led by Talor Gooch, focusing on Oklahoma. The announcement comes amid concerns about the league's financial sustainability.
Key points
- LIV Golf rebrands Smash GC to OKGC
- Team is captained by Talor Gooch
- Announcement made in Oklahoma City
- Concerns about league's financial sustainability
- Potential withdrawal of Saudi funding
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LIV Golf announces Oklahoma-centric team captained by Talor Gooch
LIV Golf announced Tuesday that one of its teams, Smash GC, is rebranding as OKGC.
The team, headed by former Carl Albert and Oklahoma State standout Talor Gooch, debuted its Oklahoma-centric branding at Citizen House in downtown Oklahoma City. LIV made the announcement Tuesday amid questions about the league’s long-term sustainability. The Athletic and others recently reported that Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund might pull its funding of the league, which started four years ago as a rival to the PGA Tour.
This story will be updated.
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Q&A
What is the significance of LIV Golf rebranding Smash GC to OKGC?
The rebranding to OKGC emphasizes the team's Oklahoma roots and is led by local golfer Talor Gooch, highlighting regional representation in the league.
Why are there concerns about LIV Golf's long-term sustainability?
Concerns arise from reports that Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund may withdraw its financial support, questioning the league's future viability.
