LIV fans want refunds after feature axed amid | Golf News

Some LIV Golf fans are set to obtain refunds after paying practically $60 for a LIV Golf broadcast feature that is being discontinued.

LIV Golf executives described the choice as “strategic.” The transfer follows the backlash the circuit confronted during LIV Golf Virginia, where Jon Rahm hit an albatross that went unrecorded on digital camera during the spherical. Rahm is just one of quite a few stars unsure about their future ought to LIV Golf fold.

Two-time U.S. Open champion Bryson DeChambeau said he can be keen to broaden his YouTube platform and compete in tournaments that would welcome him.

“I think, from my perspective, I’d love to grow my YouTube channel three times, maybe even more,” DeChambeau said, while working towards Tuesday in preparation for this week’s LIV Golf event at Trump National Golf Club.

“I would love to. I’d love to do a bunch of dubbing in different languages, giving the world more reason to watch YouTube. And then I’d love to play tournaments that want me.” He also said he is caught in that bizarre center ground where he just does not know what’s going to occur.

“We were surprised that they pulled out as quickly as they did,” he said. “We didn’t really see that coming. But that’s okay. One door closes, another opens.

“I believe that’s the best way a lot of us are trying at it. I believe we all have optimism that there’s a business plan that is smart for group golf. I’d fairly truthfully truly – how do I say it? I’m very optimistic with the business plan of group golf in contrast to other fashions, in my opinion.”

O’Neil is now pursuing just $250 million to sustain the circuit, asserting it will become profitable within two years, a significant reduction from his initial 10-year projection.

“LIV Golf is firmly targeted on securing a transaction that positions the group for the long time period,” a LIV Golf spokesperson said. “As we start presenting our go-forward business plan to potential capital companions, we’re targeted on reaching a sustainable future, and there are a number of pathways under energetic exploration.

“We continue to see great momentum on the course, and with support through the 2026 season and a clear plan to raise capital, leadership is focused on identifying the right long-term strategic partners who believe in our mission to grow the game of golf worldwide. These conversations are just getting underway, and as they progress, the company expects to gain further clarity around the structure and timing of a potential transaction.”