LIV Golf announces lead investor, players to gain majority ownership
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 2:32 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
LIV Golf's CEO Scott O'Neil revealed at a press conference on August 5 that the league has secured a lead investor, aiming to ensure its future. The announcement comes as LIV attempts to recover from recent financial challenges and secure additional minority investments. The agreement with the lead investor will position players as majority equity holders, a significant move for a major sports league. Details about the investor and financial terms remain undisclosed, while LIV plans to finalize the agreement by September. The league continues its efforts to engage fans and complete the ongoing season successfully.
- •CEO Scott O'Neil announced the investment at Trump National Bedminster.
- •Players will become majority equity holders in LIV Golf.
- •The league aims for long-term stability and growth with new investors.
- •Details of the lead investor and financials were not disclosed.
- •LIV Golf expects to finalize terms by September.
- 3:01 PMYahoo Sports — LIV Golf secures 'lead investor,' players to become equity holders
- 2:32 PMYahoo Sports — LIV Golf finds lead investor; players will become majority owners as league appears to secure future
"LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil said the league has officially secured a "lead investor."
"CEO Scott O'Neill announced the agreement at a press conference Wednesday morning.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 3:01 PMLIV Golf secures 'lead investor,' players to become equity holders
LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil said the league has officially secured a "lead investor."
- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 2:32 PMLIV Golf finds lead investor; players will become majority owners as league appears to secure future
CEO Scott O'Neill announced the agreement at a press conference Wednesday morning.
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