LIV Golf secures new funding as pivotal decisions loom
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 8:55 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil confirmed a new lead investor has been secured, as funding from Saudi PIF concludes this month. The identity of the investor remains undisclosed, but private equity firm BC Partners is reportedly interested in a deal. LIV is under pressure to decide on various operational aspects, including potential bankruptcy and whether to cancel upcoming events like the August team championship. The league, which aims to organize 10 events next year, must finalize its 2027 schedule and address player contracts amid uncertain financial prospects.
- •LIV Golf's PIF funding ends this month.
- •CEO O’Neil states a new investor agreement is pending finalization.
- •BC Partners is exploring a potential lending arrangement with LIV.
- •Future events and player contracts remain in question.
- •LIV plans to target 10 events across five continents in 2027.
- 8:55 PMYahoo Sports — 7 Burning Questions for LIV Golf Amid Claim of New Funding
"Private equity firm BC Partners is reportedly exploring a deal with LIV.
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