The PGA Tour and LIV Golf Rivalry Continues
The PGA Tour announced it will not grant releases to any members competing in the LIV Golf Promotions event held in Florida. This decision underscores the ongoing tension between the two organizations.
LIV Golf Promotions Event Details
LIV Golf officials selected Florida’s Black Diamond Resort to host the qualifying event from January 8-11, hoping that holding it in the United States would attract more PGA Tour professionals. The top two finishers in this event will earn LIV membership for 2026.
PGA Tour's Response
According to a PGA Tour spokesperson, because the LIV event is held in North America, it is classified as an unauthorized event under PGA Tour rules. Therefore, any PGA Tour member participating faces disciplinary measures.
- The PGA Tour will not grant conflicting event or media rights releases to players competing in the LIV Golf Promotions event.
- Tour members playing in the event may face disciplinary action for violating regulations.
- Non-PGA Tour members who participate risk a one-year ban from PGA Tour-sanctioned events, including Monday qualifiers and sponsor exemptions.
"Because the LIV event is being played in North America, under PGA Tour regulations it is defined as an unauthorized event." — PGA Tour spokesperson
Context and Implications
This announcement follows LIV Golf’s recent reveal of plans for the third edition of its Promotions event, maintaining a firm stance on both sides in their rivalry.
Summary
The PGA Tour strictly enforces its policies to prevent members from participating in rival LIV Golf events, emphasizing the competitive divide between the two tours.
Author's summary: The PGA Tour’s refusal to approve participation in LIV Golf events highlights the deepening rivalry and regulatory challenges between these competing golf organizations.
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