Saudi Arabia has been accused of numerous human rights violations and has strict laws restricting what women can do. Like other Middle East states it's been heavily criticised for its anti-LGBT laws - homosexuality is punishable by death. They've been accused of investing millions into sport across the world to change public perception of the country - known as sportswashing. Golf star Rory McIlroy said he's got "mixed emotions" about the golf merger.

Source: Forbes June 08, 2023 19:41 UTC