Tiger Woods gives Masters update on PGA Tour-LIV Golf negotiations
Tiger Woods recently completed four rounds at the prestigious Masters tournament, departing Augusta National with a sense of satisfaction after what he described as “a good week.” However, before bidding adieu, he provided a glimpse into the ongoing negotiations between the PGA Tour and the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF), which owns LIV Golf. Having…
Tiger Woods recently completed four rounds at the prestigious Masters tournament, departing Augusta National with a sense of satisfaction after what he described as “a good week.” However, before bidding adieu, he provided a glimpse into the ongoing negotiations between the PGA Tour and the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF), which owns LIV Golf.
Having met with the governor of PIF, Yasir al-Rumayyan, last month in the Bahamas, Woods offered some insights into the discussions. While he couldn’t definitively say if they were closer to reaching an agreement, he expressed optimism about the direction they were heading. “I don’t know if we’re closer, but certainly we’re headed in the right direction,” Woods remarked. “That was a very positive meeting, and I think both sides came away from the meeting feeling positive.”
These negotiations have been pivotal in the golf world’s ongoing battle for the sport’s future. Ever since the surprising announcement of a framework deal to collaborate with the goal of uniting all the top players under one entity, talks have been underway to solidify the partnership.
The Masters tournament marked a significant milestone as it was the first time since the Open Championship in England last July that the game’s top players competed against each other. LIV golfer Bryson DeChambeau showcased his skills throughout the week, starting the final round in fifth position, trailing World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler by four strokes.
For Woods, who had not completed an official tournament in over a year, there were undoubtedly challenges to overcome. Despite finishing at 16-over par, he found positives in his performance. “It was a good week. It was a good week all around,” he reflected. “I think that coming in here, not having played a full tournament in a very long time, it was a good fight on Thursday and Friday. Unfortunately, yesterday it didn’t quite turn out the way I wanted it to.”
Nevertheless, Woods made history at the Masters by setting a record on Friday with 24 consecutive cuts made at the storied tournament, further solidifying his legacy in the world of golf.