Tiger Woods, LIV Golf Chief Meet with Trump to Discuss Golf Unification at White House
In a major step towards unifying men’s professional golf, Tiger Woods, LIV Golf chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan, and PGA Tour officials met with former President Donald Trump at the White House. The discussions aimed to resolve the ongoing divide between the PGA Tour and the Saudi-backed LIV Golf, with a potential partnership on the table.
Bringing Golf Together
The meeting included PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan and player-director Adam Scott, alongside representatives from Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF). Talks centered around finding a way to bring LIV players back into the PGA Tour and securing a financial agreement that benefits all sides.
President Trump’s involvement adds another layer of significance, as his influence could help navigate legal and political hurdles surrounding the proposed deal. The U.S. Department of Justice has been closely monitoring the PGA Tour’s negotiations with Saudi investors, and Trump’s connections may help push discussions forward.
Tiger Woods’ Role in Negotiations
Woods, who has been vocal about unifying the sport, played a key role in the discussions. His focus remains on ensuring the best players compete together more often, improving the competitive structure of professional golf.
“The goal is to create the best possible future for the sport,” a source close to the talks shared. “Having Tiger involved shows how important this moment is for golf.”
What’s Next?
While progress was made, details still need to be ironed out, including how LIV players will be reintegrated into the PGA Tour and what the future schedule will look like. The meeting also highlighted Saudi Arabia’s growing investment in U.S. sports, hinting at bigger changes in the landscape of professional golf.
The talks mark a crucial turning point in golf’s future, with both sides working towards a resolution that could redefine the sport for years to come.
