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LIV Golf Secures $300M Funding, Grants Players Majority Equity

8/6/2026

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LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil announced a deal that will fund the league beyond 2026.
BC Partners is expected to supply $250-$300 million after the Saudi Public Investment Fund stopped its $5 billion financing.
The deal gives golfers majority equity, a first for a major global sports league.
LIV Golf will hold ten 2027 events—five majors abroad and five U.S. events—while restoring players’ name, image and likeness rights.

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LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil announced a deal that will fund the league beyond 2026.
BC Partners is expected to supply $250-$300 million after the Saudi Public Investment Fund stopped its $5 billion financing.
The deal gives golfers majority equity, a first for a major global sports league.
LIV Golf will hold ten 2027 events—five majors abroad and five U.S. events—while restoring players’ name, image and likeness rights.