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LIV Golf Soars in Ratings; Schauffele Prepares for Comeback

2/15/2025

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LIV Golf's TV ratings soared in Adelaide, drawing an impressive average of 114,000 viewers, a stark contrast to its lackluster debut in Saudi Arabia. The league's collaboration with FOX Sports is set to boost its profile. In other news, Xander Schauffele is gearing up for a comeback at the Arnold Palmer Invitational after healing from a rib injury, while Bryson DeChambeau's unexpected antics left fans buzzing.

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LIV Golf's surge in Adelaide, averaging 114,000 viewers, contrasts sharply with its Saudi debut. This mirrors the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier where Australia faced Saudi Arabia amid political tensions. Both events highlight growing scrutiny over sports' ties to controversial nations, reflecting a broader trend in global sports diplomacy.

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LIV Golf's TV ratings soared in Adelaide, drawing an impressive average of 114,000 viewers, a stark contrast to its lackluster debut in Saudi Arabia. The league's collaboration with FOX Sports is set to boost its profile. In other news, Xander Schauffele is gearing up for a comeback at the Arnold Palmer Invitational after healing from a rib injury, while Bryson DeChambeau's unexpected antics left fans buzzing.

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