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LIV Golf

LIV Golf is a professional golf tour financed by the Public Investment Fund, the sovereign wealth fund of Saudi Arabia. The name LIV is a reference to the Roman numeral for 54, the score if every hole on a par-72 course were birdied and the number of holes to be played at LIV events.

Chairman / President

Yasir Al-Rumayyan

CEO / Managing Director

Greg Norman

Industry

Sports

Website

livgolf.com

Headquarters address

18401 N Scottsdale Rd Suite 201, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, United States

Year founded

2021

Jon Rahm, who was followed around by a large crowd, is in a three-way tie at the top of the leaderboard after day three. Photo: Elson Li

Hong Kong tourism

LIV Golf Hong Kong ticks boxes, with large crowd set for 3-way fight on last day

Mainland Chinese, overseas visitors among crowds for event, which tourism chief says has become ‘one of the city’s most significant events’.

51 minutes ago

Jon Rahm

Sending plane to rescue LIV 7 ‘simply my duty’, says Rahm, as Detry battle beckons

3 hours ago

Scott O’Neil

CEO Scott O’Neil set to break eggs to take LIV Golf to the top of the pyramid

7 Mar 2026 - 7:59AM

Jon Rahm

LIV Golf Hong Kong: Detry predicts Saturday ‘birdie fest’ but wind may wreck rounds

Thomas Detry enjoys attacking ‘gettable’ Hong Kong Golf Club course, although forecast could make things tricky.

6 Mar 2026 - 6:27PM

Thomas Detry hits an approach during the second round of LIV Golf Hong Kong. Photo: Elson Li

LIV Golf Hong Kong: Ortiz sets pace but consistent Garcia still the man to beat

Carlos Ortiz fires a first-round 10-under 60 at Hong Kong Golf Club, while defending champion Sergio Garcia goes bogey free again.

5 Mar 2026 - 7:15PM

Cameron Smith

LIV Golf Hong Kong: Lucas Herbert hoping for fast start in breakthrough bid

Australian has finished in top 10 in season’s first two events, while his Ripper GC team will try to win third tournament in a row at Fanling.

5 Mar 2026 - 8:00AM

US, Israel war on Iran

LIV uses Rahm jet in Middle East rescue mission for 7 players stranded by war

Spaniard’s private plane dispatched to collect teammates and others caught in travel limbo because of conflict in region.

4 Mar 2026 - 5:00PM

Jon Rahm hits a shot during a practice round ahead of LIV Golf Hong Kong. Photo: LIV Golf

Scott O’Neil

LIV Golf heading back to Hong Kong in 2027, fans to get early shot at tickets

Tournament back for fourth year, with some of game’s best helping to kick-start Year of the Goat at Hong Kong Golf Club.

4 Mar 2026 - 7:00AM

Dustin Johnson

From ‘flat-out terrible’ to LIV Golf champion, Kim says his best is yet to come

The American’s win in Adelaide last month was his first for 16 years, he heads into Hong Kong with an unfamiliar feeling but no expectations.

3 Mar 2026 - 8:00PM

Jon Rahm

Rahm accuses DP World Tour bosses of ‘extorting’ players, will not settle row

Spaniard says he won’t allow European tour to dictate where and when he plays, says officials want to have their cake and eat it.

3 Mar 2026 - 12:27PM

Jon Rahm seems as far away as ever from being in Europe’s 2027 Ryder Cup squad. Photo: Reuters

US, Israel war on Iran

US bombing of Iran disrupts sports with doubt over Messi, Ronaldo games and F1

Cancellations and travel shutdowns affecting events in Middle East and elsewhere as conflict spreads across region.

3 Mar 2026 - 9:22AM

The expanding conflict in the Middle East could have implications for the World Cup, as well as matches next month in the region. Photo: AP

Phil Mickelson

Ballet, bites, Bryson but no Phil: 5 things to know about LIV Golf Hong Kong

A 4-round format, Asia’s premier dance company and an appearance by renowned Australia DJ marks series of firsts for golf tournament.

3 Mar 2026 - 12:44AM

LPGA Tour

Hannah Green wins in Singapore again as newly married Kiwi wins New Zealand Open

Australian repeats 2024 World Championship victory, while Daniel Hillier becomes first home winner in nine years, one week after his wedding.

1 Mar 2026 - 5:51PM

Scott O’Neil

International Series eyes Shanghai for China debut in ‘building year’

First tournament on mainland could be part of pivotal three-week swing that also includes Hong Kong and the Philippines.

25 Feb 2026 - 9:36AM

Taichi Kho of Hong Kong played at the Macau Golf and Country Club in the International Series Macau last year. Photo: Asian Tour.

Dustin Johnson

Kim completes remarkable comeback story with victory at LIV Golf Adelaide

After a decade away from the sport and battles with drugs and alcohol, Anthony Kim outduels Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau in Australia.

15 Feb 2026 - 3:53PM

Anthony Kim celebrates after winning the individual title at LIV Golf Adelaide. Photo: AFP

Jon Rahm

Elvis Smylie makes a statement on tour debut by winning LIV Golf Riyadh ‍title

Australian outduels Jon Rahm to claim US$30 million prize, also wins team title with Ripper GC, beating Torque GC by 3 shots.

8 Feb 2026 - 11:46AM

LIV Golf gets world ranking points but officials question ‘fairness’ of decision

Top 10 players will be eligible to receive Official Golf World Ranking points, starting from this week’s season-opener in Riyadh.

4 Feb 2026 - 9:09AM

Phil Mickelson

Garcia’s desire still burns bright, as Fireballs skipper eyes fast start to year

The Spaniard still has desire and passion to compete in his 27th year in the game ahead of Saudi league’s season opener in Riyadh on Wednesday.

3 Feb 2026 - 6:37PM

Sergio Garcia (centre) and team Fireballs GC celebrate on the final day of LIV Golf Hong Kong 2025. Photo: Eugene Lee

DP World Tour

Patrick Reed, Rolex and rule changes: 24 hours in the hectic world of LIV Golf

With the first tournament in Riyadh less than a week away, here is a breakdown of what has been happening ahead of a fifth season.

29 Jan 2026 - 6:03PM

Rory McIlroy

Patrick Reed wins in Dubai, money earned can go towards European Tour fines

The first European Tour title for the American moves him back into the top 30 in the world, revealed he is negotiating a new contract for LIV.

26 Jan 2026 - 1:15PM

Asian Tour

O’Neil bullish about LIV’s future, reveals plan for International Series growth

New strategy will bring national opens around the world into Asian Tour’s elevated series of tournaments.

16 Jan 2026 - 2:46AM

Scott O’Neil

LIV Golf’s Majesticks optimistic for season ahead with all-British line-up

Lee Westwood, Ian Poulter are joined by Laurie Canter and Sam Horsfield, who will all have to be on their game after relegation was expanded.

14 Jan 2026 - 7:16PM

Majesticks’ new look for a new season (from left) Lee Westwood, Ian Poulter, Sam Horsfield, Laurie Canter. Photo: Instagram/majesticksgc

Asian Tour

Anthony Kim seals return to LIV Golf, Asian Tour’s Lee, Hollgren grab other spots

Richard T Lee wins promotions event in Florida, while Bjorn Hollgren matches course record to leap into contention.

12 Jan 2026 - 12:30PM

Asian Tour

Flawless Lee leads LIV Golf Promotions charge as battle for league spots nears end

Canadian Richard T Lee taking two-shot lead into final round of Florida tournament, Anthony Kim also in the hunt.

11 Jan 2026 - 10:30AM

Hong Kong sports

From ice hockey to sevens, here’s what lies ahead for Hong Kong sport in 2026

It might only be the start of the year, but the city already has a packed sporting calendar.

3 Jan 2026 - 5:37PM

Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli tries a shot in the first half of his side’s Hong Kong Football Festival clash against Tottenham Hotspur at Kai Tak Stadium. Photo: Elson Li

Asian Tour

Philippines star Miguel Tabuena ready to challenge elite for spot in LIV Golf

Multiple Asian Tour winner who won International Series Philippines, says the season had been ‘the highlight of my career’.

30 Dec 2025 - 5:30PM

Miguel Tabuena came agonisingly close to securing his spot in LIV Golf via the International Series Rankings earlier in December. Photo: Asian Tour.

Year in Review

Year in golf: McIlroy joins elite club, Europe win Ryder Cup

Scottie Scheffler enjoyed another stellar year and the civil war between LIV Golf and the PGA Tour rumbles on.

25 Dec 2025 - 2:33PM

Brooks Koepka

Koepka quits LIV Golf for family reasons, Gooch to lead Smash GC in 2026

Statement from Brooks Koepka says he wants to spend more time at home. PGA Tour suspension could be lifted in September.

24 Dec 2025 - 9:48AM

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