LIV Golf signals intent with five new arrivals after Tiger Woods admission over PGA Tour talks

LIV Golf has solidified its executive team with five new appointments, indicating its commitment to growth amid negotiations with the PGA Tour. David Phillipps joins as the new Chief Financial Officer, while Ross Hallett takes on the role of Head of Events and Katie O’Reilly becomes Head of Team Business Operations. Pam Sacree is appointed Head of Human Resources, and Tim Taylor will oversee the UK HQ in London.

Tiger Woods recently expressed optimism about talks with the PGA Tour, signaling progress in shaping golf’s future. Despite uncertainty surrounding the league’s future due to the PGA Tour’s agreement with the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia last June, LIV Golf’s recent executive moves demonstrate its determination to thrive independently. PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan clarified that the agreement is not a merger with LIV Golf and the PIF, with the latter being a minority investor.

Greg Norman, LIV CEO, remains confident in the league’s long-term prospects, emphasizing his belief in its sustained investment and existence. Despite ongoing negotiations between the PGA Tour and PIF, recent meetings, including one involving Tiger Woods, have been described as positive, indicating progress towards a resolution. Woods characterized the latest discussions as heading in the right direction, suggesting a hopeful outlook for professional golf’s future.