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The chances of Bryson DeChambeau leaving LIV Golf and only playing in the majors has been assessed
TL;DR
Bryson DeChambeau's future in golf is uncertain as his contract with LIV Golf expires this year, coinciding with reports of funding withdrawal from the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund after the 2026 season.
Key points
- Bryson DeChambeau's contract with LIV Golf expires this year
- LIV Golf's future is uncertain beyond 2026
- Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund may withdraw funding
- DeChambeau is LIV Golf's biggest star
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Bryson DeChambeauās future is once again a key talking point amid doubts over what LIV Golf will look like beyond the 2026 season.
DeChambeau is LIVās biggest star. His contract is currently set to expire at the end of the year.
And with the Financial Times reporting that the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia will withdraw funding for the league after this season, it is not yet clear where he will be playing in 2027.
Bryson DeChambeau could decide to only play in the four majors each year
DeChambeau has suggested that he is optimistic about signing a new LIV contract. But reports have also suggested that his management have held talks with the PGA Tour to learn about what a return would look like.
Interestingly, the report noted that DeChambeau could be prepared to only play in the four majors and instead spend the rest of the year making contact for his successful YouTube channel.
If there is anyone in the current game who could make that work, it is surely DeChambeau.
However, speaking on the Golf Channel Podcast before the 32-year-old commented on his future, Rex Hoggard suggested that he cannot see any way that DeChambeau only plays competitively in the four majors.
āI would be surprised if Bryson DeChambeauās team was not talking with not only the other entities, the other organisations within golf, but specifically, the PGA Tour, seeing if they can circle back around and get a second bite of the apple that they offered earlier this year with the Returning Member Program, simply because of the writing on the wall,ā he said.
Q&A
What is the status of Bryson DeChambeau's contract with LIV Golf?
Bryson DeChambeau's contract with LIV Golf is set to expire at the end of this year.
Why is there uncertainty about LIV Golf's future beyond 2026?
The uncertainty stems from reports that the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia will withdraw its funding for LIV Golf after the 2026 season.
What are the implications of DeChambeau potentially leaving LIV Golf?
If DeChambeau leaves LIV Golf, it could significantly impact the league's visibility and star power, especially as he is considered its biggest star.
Where might Bryson DeChambeau play golf in 2027?
It is currently unclear where Bryson DeChambeau will play in 2027, given the uncertainties surrounding LIV Golf's future.
