LIV Golf and PGA Tour Merge!

LIV Golf pledged to revolutionize the game of golf and bring about a new era for the sport.

However, they have now announced a surprising development that involves merging with their rival in an effort to unify the game. This unexpected move involves the PGA Tour, the DP World Tour, and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), which is in charge of LIV Golf. The goal is to combine forces and create a cohesive golfing landscape.

Things to Know

• The Board of Directors appointed will manage the commercial golf enterprise where the PGA Tour will be appointing the majority of the members holding majority voting interest
• The PIF will make a new, exclusive investment and retain exclusive rights to further invest
• The merger ends all ongoing litigations between LIV and PGA
• Golfers will likely be able to reapply for PGA Tour after the 2023 season

PGA Tour golfers were caught off guard by the sudden announcement of a merger that left many reeling. Collin Morikawa and other well-known PGA Tour players were left scrambling for information, relying on Twitter to catch up. Meanwhile, LIV golfers Phil Mickelson and Brooks Koepka celebrated the news with a victory lap.