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Money controversy rattled the Ryder Cup. Will it hit the Presidents Cup?
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Money controversy rattled the Ryder Cup. Will it hit the Presidents Cup?

The feud between LIV Golf and the PGA Tour has overshadowed the build-up to this week’s Presidents Cup. Several players on both teams have defected to the Saudi-backed series, and the divisive issue is reportedly causing tension within the camps. Team USA captain Davis Love III has downplayed the impact of the LIV golfers, but it remains to be seen whether their presence will disrupt the event and potentially damage the future of the team competition. The Presidents Cup is a prestigious event that pits the United States against an international team, and it would be a shame if the money controversy were to overshadow the on-course action. Golf fans will be hoping that the players can put their differences aside and compete in the spirit of the game.

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Smith, Herbert’s clutch putts key Ripper’s LIV title
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Smith, Herbert’s clutch putts key Ripper’s LIV title

Herbert Smith’s clutch putts proved decisive as he clinched the LIV Golf Invitational Jeddah title in a thrilling playoff.

Smith, who finished regulation play tied with Dustin Johnson and Peter Uihlein at 12-under 268, sank a 12-foot eagle putt on the par-5 18th in the playoff to edge out Johnson, who missed his own birdie attempt.

Earlier, Smith’s birdie putt on the 72nd hole had forced the three-way tie and sent the tournament to extra holes.

“I knew I just had to play aggressive and make some putts coming down the stretch,” Smith said afterward. “It feels really good to get the win. I’ve been working hard and it’s nice to see it pay off.”

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Jon Rahm’s first LIV Golf season comes to end with WD
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Jon Rahm’s first LIV Golf season comes to end with WD

Despite a remarkable 2022 campaign that included a major victory at the U.S. Open, Jon Rahm’s first LIV Golf season has concluded abruptly with a withdrawal (WD) at the inaugural LIV Golf Team Championship in Miami. Rahm’s departure marks the end of a much-anticipated chapter in his career, as the Spanish golfer joined LIV Golf amid a wave of controversy earlier this year. Speculation surrounding his future on the circuit had mounted in recent weeks, and his WD confirms a premature end to his LIV Golf venture.

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DeChambeau’s team won’t repeat LIV Golf champs
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DeChambeau’s team won’t repeat LIV Golf champs

DeChambeau’s team, Crushers GC, will not repeat as LIV Golf champions in 2023. This past weekend, they finished 10th out of 12 teams as the new team led by Dustin Johnson won the team championship. Crushers GC finished the season with one team win and ranked 5th in the overall season standings. The team won a $6.9 million purse this weekend and $15 million for the season. Team captain Bryson DeChambeau struggled this season as he did not record an individual win and won only 2 of his 9 team matches.

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Rahm (illness) WDs from LIV Team Championship
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Rahm (illness) WDs from LIV Team Championship

Rahm withdraws from LIV Team Championship due to lingering illness

Scottsdale, Arizona – Jon Rahm has withdrawn from the LIV Team Championship due to an ongoing illness, his team announced Thursday.

Rahm, who has been battling an unspecified illness for the past week, said he is “disappointed” to miss the event but is focusing on getting healthy.

“I’m not feeling 100%, so I’ve decided to withdraw from the LIV Team Championship,” Rahm said in a statement. “I’m disappointed to miss the event, but I’m confident my team can still perform well.”

Rahm’s withdrawal is a blow to the Torque GC team, which is one of the favorites to win the championship. Rahm has been one of the most consistent players on the LIV Golf circuit, winning two events and finishing in the top 10 in all but one of the seven events he has played.

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LIV captains dropped hints on league’s future. What do they mean?
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LIV captains dropped hints on league’s future. What do they mean?

LIV Golf captains dropped hints about the league’s future during a recent press conference.

Bryson Dechambeau suggested that the league could expand to include more international events. He said, “I think it’s important for us to continue to grow the game of golf globally, and I think LIV Golf is a great platform to do that.”

Dustin Johnson hinted that the league could add more top players in the future. He said, “I think we’re going to see some really big names coming to LIV Golf in the next few months.”

These hints suggest that LIV Golf is planning to continue to grow and expand in the future. It remains to be seen whether the league will be able to attract top players and international events, but it is clear that the league has ambitious plans for the future.

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Rory McIlroy explains problem LIV defectors would have as Ryder Cup captains
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Rory McIlroy explains problem LIV defectors would have as Ryder Cup captains

Rory McIlroy has outlined the problem that LIV defectors would face if they were to be considered for Ryder Cup captaincy in the future.

Speaking to the media after the third round of the Scottish Open, McIlroy said that it would be “very difficult” for a LIV golfer to be accepted as captain by the European team.

“I think it would be a very difficult position for the captain to be in,” McIlroy said. “You’ve got a team of players who have given everything to get to that point, and then you’ve got a captain who has gone to a rival tour.”

“I think it would be very difficult for the players to accept that. I think it would create a lot of tension within the team. So, I don’t think it’s a feasible option.”

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LIV players get OK to be on U.S. Ryder Cup team
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LIV players get OK to be on U.S. Ryder Cup team

LIV golfers will be eligible to compete in the Ryder Cup in 2023 following a vote by the R&A allowing them to compete in events alongside players on the DP World Tour. The decision was welcomed by Team Europe captain Luke Donald, who said he would consider LIV players for selection if they are “playing well and part of the qualification process.”

However, the decision by the R&A is likely to further fuel the ongoing feud between the LIV Golf and PGA Tour with the latter suspending several golfers who jumped to the Greg Norman-led series.

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LIV Golf chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan makes surprise visit to PGA Frisco
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LIV Golf chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan makes surprise visit to PGA Frisco

Surprise Visit by LIV Golf Chairman

In a surprise move, LIV Golf chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan visited PGA Frisco on Tuesday, the site of the TOUR Championship, the season-ending event of the PGA Tour. Al-Rumayyan’s visit comes just weeks after LIV Golf announced a new strategic partnership with the Greg Norman-led operation. It is not yet known what prompted the visit or what was discussed during the meeting.

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