Recently, PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan discussed the potential of a Saudi-funded LIV Golf deal and the uncertainty surrounding the Maui PGA Tour event. The LIV Golf deal is a proposed partnership between the PGA Tour and Saudi Arabia’s General Sports Authority (GSA). The deal would involve the GSA investing in the PGA Tour’s LIV Golf brand, which is a digital platform that provides golfers with access to live tournament coverage, exclusive content, and instructional videos.
Monahan discussed the potential of the deal during a recent press conference. He stated that the GSA has expressed interest in investing in the LIV Golf brand and that the PGA Tour is currently in discussions with them. Monahan also noted that the potential partnership could be beneficial for both parties, as it would allow the GSA to gain access to the PGA Tour’s extensive global network and resources.
However, Monahan also discussed the uncertainty surrounding the Maui PGA Tour event. The event, which was scheduled to take place in December 2020, was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Monahan stated that the PGA Tour is currently working with local officials to determine if the event can be held in 2021. He noted that the PGA Tour is committed to providing a safe environment for players and fans, and that they are exploring all options to ensure that the event can take place.
The potential LIV Golf deal and the uncertainty surrounding the Maui PGA Tour event are two topics that have been on the minds of many golf fans recently. Monahan’s comments provide insight into both topics and demonstrate the PGA Tour’s commitment to providing a safe environment for players and fans. It remains to be seen if the LIV Golf deal will be finalized and if the Maui PGA Tour event will take place in 2021, but it is clear that the PGA Tour is exploring all options to ensure that both events are successful.
