
LIV Golf is considering postponing its Louisiana event due to potential conflicts with the soccer World Cup and concerns over high temperatures and course conditions. The tournament may be rescheduled for September or October after discussions with state officials.
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LIV Golf may postpone its Louisiana event scheduled for June due to concerns the soccer World Cup could impact attendances and viewership, while issues such as high temperatures and course condition are also factors, sources told Reuters on Monday.
The Saudi-funded circuit has been working in coordination with Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry's office and economic officials to find a new date for the tournament in either September or October, the sources with knowledge of LIV Golf operations said.
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The tournament is currently scheduled for June 25-28 at Bayou Oaks at City Park.
The World Cup takes place in the U.S., Canada and Mexico from June 11 to July 19.
LIV Golf, Landry and the Louisiana Economic Development are expected to issue a statement on the matter on Tuesday, according to the sources.
The sources' comments come less than two weeks after LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil said the breakaway circuit's 2026 season would proceed as planned amid reports that the series is at risk of losing its funding.
The Louisiana event is the only LIV tournament on the schedule during the World Cup.
LIV Golf is postponing the event due to concerns that the soccer World Cup could affect attendance and viewership, along with issues related to high temperatures and course conditions.
The LIV Golf Louisiana event is being considered for rescheduling in either September or October.
LIV Golf is coordinating with Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry's office and economic officials regarding the postponement and potential new dates.

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