LIV Golf CEO discusses tour's future amid funding uncertainty
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 7:41 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil addressed the future of the tour during a CNBC appearance, stating the circuit could reach profitability in three years if new investment is secured. As Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund plans to withdraw by year-end, O’Neil seeks a $350 million investment and emphasized the importance of financial stability for the league's continued existence. He confirmed ongoing support from players like Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm, who remains committed despite uncertainties. O’Neil's answers about the schedule for the remaining events in 2026 were non-committal, with the next event set for July 23-26 in England. He described potential changes to the business model depending on new funding arrangements.
- •O’Neil seeks $350 million investment to sustain LIV Golf beyond 2026.
- •Saudi Arabia’s PIF is set to withdraw funding by the end of the year.
- •Next LIV Golf event scheduled for July 23-26 in England.
- •O’Neil confirmed player commitments from Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm.
- •If funding is lost, significant changes to the tour's operations may occur.
- 7:41 PMYahoo Sports — LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil skirts question about upcoming events as tour’s future in flux
"LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil didn’t provide a clear answer when asked about the status of the remainder of the tour’s 2026 stops on Tuesday.
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