Cameron Smith faces financial uncertainty as LIV Golf struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 6:08 PM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Cameron Smith holds a claim of $6.6 million against LIV Golf, which faces significant financial issues. The league's potential cash shortage raises questions about Smith's future and the viability of the breakaway tour. Meanwhile, Tyrrell Hatton showcased impressive play during the BMW PGA Championship, highlighting his ability to perform under pressure. Smith's dilemma reflects broader instability within the league, which has implications for all its players. Decisions made in this context will affect their careers and the future of LIV Golf.
- •Cameron Smith is owed $6.6 million by LIV Golf amid financial troubles.
- •Smith must weigh loyalty against financial survival in a precarious situation.
- •Tyrrell Hatton delivered exceptional shots at the BMW PGA Championship.
- •Hatton's performance included seven birdies, finishing tied for 27th.
- •LIV Golf faces a potential collapse affecting player payouts.
- 6:08 PMYahoo Sports — Cameron Smith Faces $6.6M Cliff As LIV Golf Hits Financial Wall
"Cameron Smith holds a $6.6 million claim against a league that is running out of cash. This financial cliff hits harder than any missed putt ever could for the Australian star. The real story isn’t about a check he might not cash. It is about a career choice that has no easy answer. Smith stands…
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