Yasir Al-Rumayyan appears at LIV Golf's New York event after funding withdrawal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 4:07 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
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 Previously, Al-Rumayyan had withdrawn financial support from LIV after funneling over $6 billion into the league.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.
- •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.
- 4:07 AMYahoo Sports — LIV's Saudi boss left the league the way he entered it
"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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