Augusta National Maintains Traditional Invitation System for LIV Golf Players

Masters chairman Fred Ridley reaffirms the tournament's stance while advocating for the reunification of professional golf's divided landscape.

Augusta National Golf Club will continue to invite LIV Golf players through special invitations rather than creating new qualification pathways.
Fred Ridley emphasized the need for more frequent competition among the world's top golfers, calling for the PGA Tour and LIV Golf League to reunite.
Negotiations between the PGA Tour and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund remain stalled after the rejection of a $1.5 billion investment proposal.
The Masters plans to review its qualification procedures following this year’s tournament, signaling potential future adjustments.
Twelve LIV Golf players, including Joaquin Niemann, are competing in this year’s Masters, with Niemann receiving a special invitation based on past performance.