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LIV Golf Seeks $250–$350 Million After PIF Confirms Funding Cutoff

The league is pitching a smaller, roughly 10-event team model to outside investors to survive a post-2026 funding cliff.

Overview

  • The Public Investment Fund confirmed on Tuesday that it will stop financing LIV Golf after the 2026 season, creating an urgent cash shortfall for the league.
  • LIV has hired restructuring advisers and engaged Ducera Partners to solicit roughly $250 million to $350 million for a pared-back, team-focused business plan.
  • Bryson DeChambeau has joined CEO Scott O’Neil in meetings with prospective investors to help raise funds, and his contract is reported to expire at season’s end.
  • Jon Rahm said he will not take an active role in investor pitches, citing lack of business expertise and limited time despite being under contract for next season.
  • Operational strain has shown in postponed events and contingency planning that includes governance changes and possible U.S. restructuring steps if outside financing is not secured.