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PGA Tour and LIV Golf Merger Talks Progress With Key Figures Involved

Discussions involving Tiger Woods, Donald Trump, and Saudi PIF leadership signal potential resolution but highlight ongoing challenges.

Scottie Scheffler of the United States plays his shot from the first tee during the final round of THE PLAYERS Championship at TPC Sawgrass on March 17, 2024 in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.
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Overview

  • Recent meetings at the White House, including Tiger Woods, PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan, and Saudi PIF's Yasir Al-Rumayyan, indicate significant progress in merger talks.
  • PGA Tour pro Billy Horschel has suggested that a deal could be finalized within the next two months, though complexities remain in uniting the two organizations.
  • Players and insiders express concerns over the future of LIV Golf's team format and how a merger might impact both LIV and PGA Tour players' opportunities.
  • Tensions rise among PGA Tour players, particularly those with fewer wins, as they worry about increased competition for limited spots in key events if LIV players return.
  • The potential merger announcement could coincide with major golf events in March, though logistical and contractual conflicts may present further obstacles.