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LIV Golf CEO O'Neil receives $6.3M retention payment before bankruptcy

ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 11:03 PM

Last updated Oct 23, 2026

LIV Golf CEO O'Neil receives $6.3M retention payment before bankruptcy

Summary

LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil was granted a retention payment of $6.375 million just months prior to the tour's Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection filing on October 23, 2026. This payment came during a tumultuous period for the organization, highlighting concerns regarding its financial stability. The bankruptcy filing signifies ongoing challenges faced by LIV Golf amid increasing competition and scrutiny in professional golf. Further developments on the financial restructuring are anticipated as the organization seeks to navigate this situation.

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Key Details

•Scott O'Neil received a $6.375 million payment
•Payment occurred less than three months before bankruptcy filing
•LIV Golf filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
•Bankruptcy highlights financial instability within LIV Golf
•Future developments on restructuring are expected

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11:56 PMESPN — CEO O'Neil given $6.3M before LIV bankruptcy protection filing

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LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil was given a retention payment of $6.375 million less than three months before the tour filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
— ESPNby Mark Schlabach

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