Yasir Al-Rumayyan appears at LIV Golf's New York event after funding withdrawal

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Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Yasir Al-Rumayyan appears at LIV Golf's New York event after funding withdrawal
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Yasir Al-Rumayyan, head of Saudi Arabia's PIF, made a surprising appearance at LIV Golf's event in Bedminster, New Jersey, on August 10. Previously, Al-Rumayyan had withdrawn financial support from LIV after funneling over $6 billion into the league. His presence sparked reactions from players, including Bryson DeChambeau, who acknowledged his past contributions to the game. Despite this, LIV Golf is reportedly seeking a new investor amid rumors of potential cancellations for upcoming events. Al-Rumayyan's silent presence contrasted sharply with his previous active role in the league's operations, further underscoring the uncertain future of LIV Golf.

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  • Yasir Al-Rumayyan attended LIV Golf's event in Bedminster, NJ.
  • Al-Rumayyan previously withdrew PIF's financial support for LIV Golf.
  • Bryson DeChambeau noted Al-Rumayyan's contributions to the league.
  • LIV Golf is seeking new investment amidst rumors of event cancellations.
  • Al-Rumayyan's presence marked a shift from his prior active involvement.
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  • 4:07 AMYahoo SportsLIV's Saudi boss left the league the way he entered it
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PIF frontman and longtime LIV devotee Yasir Al-Rumayyan was spotted among the VIPs at the league's event in Bedminster, N.J.

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