Sergio Garcia has addressed the speculation surrounding LIV Golf's future, stating that players will only listen to information provided by Yasir Al-Rumayyan, LIV Golf's chairman. Garcia's comments come amid reports of an emergency meeting and potential withdrawal of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund's support.
Despite the uncertainty, it has been business as usual at the latest LIV Golf event in Mexico City, with players practicing ahead of the first round. Garcia emphasized that there is always a lot of speculation, but he cannot reveal anything more than what players already know.
The situation has caused confusion among LIV's players, who are seeking reassurance. Sky Sports News chief correspondent Kaveh Solhekol believes that Saudi Arabia is reevaluating its investment in sports, seeking a return on their investment. LIV Golf, launched in 2021, has been a rival to the PGA Tour and DP World Tour, but has experienced a division within professional golf, with some big names defecting to the breakaway tour.
Notable players, including Phil Mickelson, Jon Rahm, and Dustin Johnson, have joined LIV Golf, while others, such as Brook Koepka and Patrick Reed, have left. Koepka has returned to the PGA Tour, while Reed is seeking reinstatement for the 2027 season. The future of LIV Golf remains uncertain, with players awaiting their fate.