LIV Golf row erupts as players slam controversial rumours about Bryson DeChambeau

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Chris Heck, LIV Golf's President of Business Operations, has firmly rejected suggestions that the breakaway league faces financial uncertainty, maintaining that funding remains secure despite mounting speculation about Saudi Arabia's continued involvement.Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday to announce Smash GC's transformation into OKGC, Heck addressed questions about the league's financial standing directly."No, we are funded, and we are business as usual moving forward," he told reporters.His remarks come as reports intensify that the Public Investment Fund may withdraw its backing once the current season concludes, raising questions about LIV Golf's long-term viability beyond 2026.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say The PIF has poured an estimated $5billion into LIV Golf since the circuit launched in 2022, bankrolling high-profile acquisitions including Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau while establishing the league's signature $20million prize funds.However, speculation about...

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Ian Poulter and Lee Westwood have hit back at claims suggesting Bryson DeChambeau is actively seeking a way out of LIV Golf.The two English veterans took to social media to dismiss the speculation surrounding their fellow LIV competitor."Must be Monday," Westwood posted on X.

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I guess it will make for a good book one day." TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Their responses came after reports emerged claiming the American star was exploring potential exit strategies from the Saudi-backed circuit.The Athletic published a report on Monday claiming DeChambeau had spent part of his Masters week in discussions with various organisations about potential alternatives should he decide to depart LIV.According to journalist Brody Miller, speculation continues that the American's asking price to remain with the breakaway...

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