DP World Tour's 2025 Schedule Raises Doubts on PGA-LIV Merger Timeline

Despite ongoing negotiations, the merger between the PGA Tour and Saudi-backed LIV Golf faces delays as DP World Tour announces its 2025 schedule.

DP World Tour CEO Guy Kinnings expressed hope for a different schedule in 2026, indicating ongoing merger discussions with the PGA Tour and PIF.
Rory McIlroy denied reports of a finalized merger deal, highlighting the lack of concrete progress despite previous agreements.
The DP World Tour's 2025 schedule includes 42 events in 26 countries but omits some tournaments where LIV golfers previously participated.
Concerns over U.S. government scrutiny regarding anti-trust laws and Saudi influence have complicated merger negotiations.
The DP World Tour's record prize purse for 2025 underscores its ongoing strategic alliance with the PGA Tour, despite rejecting LIV Golf's financial offers.