Bryson DeChambeau has confirmed that discussions about renewing his contract with LIV Golf are still underway, and he remains hopeful that both sides will reach a mutually satisfactory agreement despite the growing chatter surrounding the Saudi‑backed league’s financial outlook. The two‑time major champion first signed a highly lucrative agreement to join LIV Golf in June 2022, describing the move at the time as a straightforward "business decision." That original contract is scheduled to run through the end of the 2026 season, and as the expiry date approaches, speculation has intensified about whether DeChambeau—one of the most recognizable faces in modern golf thanks to his prolific social‑media following and his reputation for extraordinary driving distance—will elect to stay with the breakaway organization.
Industry sources have suggested that DeChambeau could be aiming for a fresh deal in the region of $500 million (approximately £370.5 million). Even though rumors have circulated that the Public Investment Fund’s (PIF) backing for LIV Golf might be scaled back, the 32‑year‑old remains confident that a new agreement can be forged. "We’re still working on a potential contract," DeChambeau told the podcast Flushing It Golf after the LIV Golf Mexico City event last weekend. "I haven’t given up on that and I think there will be a solution.
Right now my job is to help make the league work after this year. I feel a responsibility to see this through." He added, "I’ve put a lot of effort into it, and that’s what I’m going to keep doing – we’re going to make this work." The conversation about DeChambeau’s future is part of a broader dialogue concerning the sustainability of LIV Golf itself. The PGA Tour’s chief executive has recently hinted at exploring pathways that could allow former LIV players to re‑enter the PGA ecosystem, while LIV executives continue to emphasize their long‑term vision for a franchise‑based model.
LIV Golf was thrust back into the spotlight after the PIF announced that the league would not be included in its four‑year investment strategy. That announcement sparked a wave of speculation that the sovereign wealth fund might withdraw its financial support at the close of the 2026 season.
The Telegraph reported that several LIV senior leaders convened an emergency meeting to address the rumors, although a LIV spokesperson later told Sky Sports that no such meeting took place; instead, officials were participating in the pro‑am event preceding the Mexico City tournament. DeChambeau, who had to pull out of the previous week’s competition at Club de Golf Chapultepec because of a wrist injury, weighed in on the swirling speculation. He stressed his commitment to the league’s success, likening the organization to a start‑up that will inevitably face growing pains.
"There are a lot of moving parts, like any business. It’s a start‑up, right?
There will be moments when we’re squeezed and punched. This is one of those moments, but I’ll do everything in my power to make it work. I really see the value in franchise golf," he said, referencing his role as captain of the Crushers GC team.
He also highlighted the personal motivations behind his dedication, noting that his efforts are not solely about his own career but also about supporting his teammates and the broader group of players who have placed their trust in the LIV model. "Another reason I’m doing this isn’t just for me or the team aspect I believe in on the Crushers side. It’s for Michael LaSasso, Caleb Surratt, Josele Ballester, David Puig—these guys,” DeChambeau explained.
“Jon [Rahm], Phil [Mickelson], DJ [Dustin Johnson] and I, plus the guys who have been here from the start, we’re okay. It’s now our responsibility to take care of these kids who believe in us.
That’s why I’m really doing it. There’s so much value to squeeze out of this whole thing for golf." LIV Golf officials declined to comment on the league’s long‑term funding plan when approached by Sky Sports, but they did reiterate their ambition to make each team and individual franchise financially self‑sufficient. According to EVP of Team Business Operations Katie O’Reilly, the goal is to build a portfolio of franchises capable of generating $13 billion (about £9.64 billion) in value over time, with ten of the teams projected to be profitable by 2026. "Our goal is to build $13 bn franchises.
Are we there yet? No. But right now we are building the foundation for that.
We have global superstars as anchors in each of our 13 franchises, who are also our business partners," O’Reilly said earlier this year. She added that the league is focusing on securing marquee sponsorships for each team, ranging from apparel deals to equipment partnerships with brands such as Ping, Callaway, and other traditional golf manufacturers.
Since its inception in 2021, LIV Golf claims to have generated roughly $1 billion (around £740 million) in global revenue, with the Adelaide event alone contributing $81.46 million (approximately £60.4 million). Chief Executive Scott O’Neil addressed the recent funding concerns at the Mexico City tournament, assuring staff and players that the season would continue as planned and that the organization would "work like crazy" to keep the league operational.
In summary, DeChambeau’s contract talks are emblematic of the larger uncertainties facing LIV Golf as it navigates the end of its current funding cycle. While the exact terms of any new agreement remain undisclosed, the champion’s public statements convey a blend of optimism, personal responsibility, and a genuine belief in the league’s potential to reshape professional golf.
As the 2026 season approaches, both DeChambeau and LIV Golf will be watching closely to see whether their respective visions can align and sustain the ambitious franchise model they have been building.