Padraig Harrington fears LIV series poses threat to future of DP World Tour
The US Senior Open champion suggests there is only room for the PGA and one other tour in the world game.
The US Senior Open champion suggests there is only room for the PGA and one other tour in the world game.
“Since it was first played in 1860, openness has been fundamental to its ethos and unique appeal,” said R&A chief executive Martin Slumbers.
A schedule overhaul could be in place by the 2023 season.
Justin Thomas has described the LIV-PGA fracture as ‘sad’ for US Open and golf.
Two-time major winner Justin Thomas has also supported US PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan’s decision.
The American has signed up for the Saudi-backed LIV Golf Invitational Series.
It effectively rules him out of competing in the Ryder Cup.
Meanwhile, it’s being reported that Tiger Woods turned down a ‘mind-blowingly enormous’ offer to join.
The former world number one has been confirmed in the field for the new tour’s inaugural event in London this week.
The new Saudi-funded series is being fronted by Australian legend Greg Norman.