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Dean Burmester discusses LIV golfers' return to PGA Tour options

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 12:30 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Dean Burmester discusses LIV golfers' return to PGA Tour options
Summary

Dean Burmester has addressed the uncertainty surrounding LIV Golf amid financial struggles, stating players face choices about their future. In a recent statement, Burmester expressed optimism about the proposed 'LIV 2.0' model despite ongoing investor challenges. He affirmed that opposing decisions among players to leave for the PGA Tour would not be viewed negatively. The DP World Tour has seen an uptick in inquiries from LIV players exploring opportunities to join for the upcoming season.

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  • •Burmester is committed to LIV 2.0 amid funding uncertainty.
  • •He described positive discussions with investors for the tour's future.
  • •No harsh judgments are expected if players leave for the PGA Tour.
  • •The DP World Tour reports increased interest from LIV players.
  • •LIV Golf is in its final event of the current season.
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  • 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Dean Burmester reveals how LIV golfers will react to players wanting to re-join the PGA Tour
What they're saying
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LIV Golf’s 2027 is no more certain now than it was when the Saudi’s pulled funding months ago. The tour has been scrambling to find new investors, but we’re in the midst of LIV’s final event of the season, and it’s still no clearer how the league will be funded next season.

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