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Saudi Arabia to end LIV Golf funding after 2026 season, WSJ reports
TL;DR
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund will cease funding LIV Golf after the 2026 season, impacting numerous pro golfers. Players are expected to be informed soon about the funding termination.
Key points
- Saudi Arabia to end LIV Golf funding after 2026 season
- Public Investment Fund plans to inform players soon
- Pro golfers face uncertain future and possible return to PGA Tour
- Notable golfers include Dustin Johnson and Phil Mickelson
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Saudi Arabia to end LIV Golf funding after 2026 season, WSJ reports
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund plans to end its financial backing of LIV Golf after this season, the Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday, April 29, and the league plans to tell players and staff by Thursday.
The news means Dustin Johnson, Phil Mickelson, Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau and dozens of other pro golfers who abandoned the PGA Tour for nine-figure guaranteed contracts are now facing an uncertain future.
And likely a humbling return to the tour they left.
The confirmation comes after two weeks of escalating reports, denials and deleted interviews. When a handful of outlets, including the Athletic, Wall Street Journal and Financial Times reported that PIF was pulling its funding, LIV announcers took to the airwaves to attack those outlets as rumor mongers.
Feb. 8: Chris Gotterup raises the trophy after winning the WM Phoenix Open golf tournament at TPC Scottsdale.
Q&A
Why is Saudi Arabia ending its funding for LIV Golf?
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund plans to stop financial backing for LIV Golf after the 2026 season, though specific reasons have not been disclosed.
What does the end of LIV Golf funding mean for players?
The termination of funding means players like Dustin Johnson and Phil Mickelson may face an uncertain future and a potential return to the PGA Tour.
When will LIV Golf inform players about the funding cut?
LIV Golf plans to inform players and staff about the funding termination by Thursday following the report.
Which golfers are affected by the end of LIV Golf funding?
Pro golfers including Dustin Johnson, Phil Mickelson, Jon Rahm, and Bryson DeChambeau are among those impacted by the funding cut.
