Lee Westwood discusses Joaquin Niemann's talent at LIV Golf New York
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Lee Westwood is in contention at LIV Golf New York, where Joaquin Niemann leads the tournament at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster. Niemann is at 14-under par, with Harold Varner III at 12-under and Westwood at 10-under. Westwood praised Niemann as one of the best players globally, reflecting on his own competitive longevity at age 53. Westwood's approach to the game centers on enjoying the experience without expectations, as he prepares for the final round.
- •Niemann leads LIV Golf New York at 14-under par.
- •Harold Varner III is in second at 12-under.
- •Westwood praises Niemann, calling him one of the best players.
- •Westwood currently holds third place at 10-under.
- •Final round is set for Sunday, August 9th.
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Joaquin Niemann comments on what Lee Westwood and Sergio Garcia were like as playing partners in New York
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Lee Westwood admits if he truly believes that Joaquin Niemann is one of the best players in the world
"Lee Westwood finds himself in contention for the title at LIV Golf New York, which Joaquin Niemann leads heading into the final round. Niemann currently sits top of the leaderboard on 14-under from his first three rounds, with Harold Varner III closely behind on 12-under.
"Joaquin Niemann played alongside Lee Westwood and Sergio Garcia during the third round at LIV Golf New York on Saturday. Niemann leads Harold Varner III by two strokes heading into the final round in New York, while Westwood is a further two shots back.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 9, 2026, 1:30 PMJoaquin Niemann comments on what Lee Westwood and Sergio Garcia were like as playing partners in New York
Joaquin Niemann played alongside Lee Westwood and Sergio Garcia during the third round at LIV Golf New York on Saturday. Niemann leads Harold Varner III by two strokes heading into the final round in New York, while Westwood is a further two shots back.
- Yahoo SportsAug 9, 2026, 12:30 PMLee Westwood admits if he truly believes that Joaquin Niemann is one of the best players in the world
Lee Westwood finds himself in contention for the title at LIV Golf New York, which Joaquin Niemann leads heading into the final round. Niemann currently sits top of the leaderboard on 14-under from his first three rounds, with Harold Varner III closely behind on 12-under.
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