The controversial, Saudi-backed LIV Golf Invitational Series will finally tee off today at the Centurion Club in Hertfordshire. 1 Dustin Johnson would quit the PGA Tour to play in the new eight-match tournament came as the latest significant blow. The American will join five other players in relinquishing their membership of the US tour to join LIV. Eye-watering sumsBacked by the Saudi government controlled Public Investment Fund and fronted by former Australian pro Greg Norman, the LIV Series is offering eye-watering sums of money to attract participants. Three-time major winner Padraig Harrington, though, believes controversy around Saudi money will pass as the LIV series attracts viewers.

Source: The Times June 09, 2022 15:23 UTC