British Open: With LIV Golf standing on its last leg, it needs Jon Rahm or Bryson DeChambeau to show up at Royal Birkdale
LIV Golf is facing a potential collapse following the withdrawal of funding from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund after the 2026 season. The league is struggling to secure new investors and faces potential bankruptcy, making the performance of its star players at the British Open critical for its future.
Why it matters
The potential demise of LIV Golf marks a significant shift in the professional golf landscape and the sustainability of sports ventures backed by sovereign wealth funds.
Ryan Young Staff writer Wed, July 15, 2026 at 1:28 PM UTC · 4 min read LIV Golf is not in a good place entering the final major championship of the season.
The report focuses on financial and operational challenges, citing reports of layoffs and lawsuits without taking a stance on the league's merit.
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