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LIV Golf Aims for Ranking Acceptance with $22M Prizes

1/15/2026

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LIV Golf plans 72-hole events and prize purses exceeding $22 million to gain acceptance in the Official World Golf Ranking.
Scott O'Neil, LIV Golf CEO, says the league intends 13 billion-dollar franchises and seeks new owners.
O'Neil has spoken with Trevor Immelman, chairman of the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR), hoping for a ranking decision before the season.
LIV Golf will begin its 2026 season with 14 events starting in Riyadh.

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LIV Golf plans 72-hole events and prize purses exceeding $22 million to gain acceptance in the Official World Golf Ranking.
Scott O'Neil, LIV Golf CEO, says the league intends 13 billion-dollar franchises and seeks new owners.
O'Neil has spoken with Trevor Immelman, chairman of the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR), hoping for a ranking decision before the season.
LIV Golf will begin its 2026 season with 14 events starting in Riyadh.