Retief Goosen expresses desire for LIV players on Champions Tour
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 9:37 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Retief Goosen, competing in the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, stated his interest in welcoming LIV Golf players to the Champions Tour. The two-time U.S. Open champion highlighted increased crowd attendance and viewership for events featuring LIV players, particularly Phil Mickelson, who won four out of five early tournaments. Goosen also discussed the potential for Tiger Woods to participate once he recovers. He voiced concerns about the PGA Tour's lack of interest in enhancing the Champions Tour and commented on the success of LIV’s debut event in South Africa in March.
- •Goosen won the U.S. Open twice, in 2001 and 2004.
- •He is currently competing on the PGA Tour Champions.
- •Goosen believes more legends will attract interest to the Champions Tour.
- •The LIV event in March in South Africa drew significant crowds.
- •He hopes for Tiger Woods' participation as he recovers from injury.
- 9:37 PMYahoo Sports — Two-Time U.S. Open Champ: LIV Players Welcome on Champions Tour
"Retief Goosen said he “would love” to see LIV players return.
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