7 hours ago Rory McIlroy makes ‘scrappy’ start in Dubai and changes tune on Norman

Outgoing LIV chief executive replaced by Scott O’NeillDavid Micheluzzi and Ricardo Gouveia set early paceThere was a time in the not-so distant past when Rory McIlroy praise for Greg Norman felt as realistic a concept as the Open Championship taking place on the moon. In the latest sign of golf’s thawing relations, McIlroy used the aftermath of his opening round at the Dubai Desert Classic to give credit to the outgoing LIV chief executive.After fronting LIV’s disruption plan for golf, Norman has been replaced by Scott O’Neill. “We changed the game forever,” said the Australian in a statement confirming he was stepping down on Wednesday. “I started this journey more than 30 years ago, knowing in my heart and mind that the game of golf and its professional players were undervalued, delivering a product that felt stagnant.” Continue reading...

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10 hours ago LIV Golf chief's verdict on Greg Norman's tenure speaks volumes after replacing him as CEO

Greg Norman's tenure as the CEO of LIV Golf has come to an end, after the Saudi-backed league confirmed the appointment of Scott O'Neil into the role ahead of the 2025 season

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12 hours ago Tiger Woods' LIV Golf demand comes true after Greg Norman replaced as CEO

Tiger Woods has been at the centre of the negotiations between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, and had previously called for Greg Norman to step aside if a deal was to be done

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22 hours ago Greg Norman can't hide true LIV Golf feelings after being replaced as CEO

Greg Norman has officially stepped down as CEO and commissioner of LIV Golf - the Saudi-backed breakaway league he has helped to establish over the last few years

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23 hours ago LIV Golf announces new CEO as Greg Norman future addressed in statement

Greg Norman has stepped down as LIV Golf's CEO to be replaced by Scott O'Neil - and experienced sports and entertainment executive - but will remain involved with the league

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30 hours ago Rory McIlroy reveals advice to Tom McKibbin over LIV Golf move: ‘It would be disappointing’

McIlroy reveals conversations with LIV-bound McKibbin and his protege’s ‘disappointing’ decision

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33 hours ago McIlroy fears Tom McKibbin signing up to LIV ‘will not be worth the sacrifice’

Northern Irish player set to move to Saudi-backed circuit‘If I were in his position I wouldn’t make that decision’Rory McIlroy has expressed disappointment over the imminent move to LIV Golf of Tom McKibbin, his fellow Northern Irishman and player he has mentored. “I don’t think it’s worth the sacrifice,” said McIlroy of the 22-year-old’s upcoming switch.McIlroy has been close to McKibbin since the latter burst on to the scene as an exciting child talent. Last November, McKibbin’s rise continued with the securing of a PGA Tour card for 2025. However, it appears McKibbin will not take up that membership; having been targeted by Jon Rahm’s LIV team, he is set to move to the Saudi Arabian-backed circuit for a reported $5m plus further annual guarantees. The figures are dwarfed by those given to some others to swap traditional tours for LIV. Continue reading...

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34 hours ago Adrian Meronk sends message to Luke Donald as LIV Golf star eyes Ryder Cup redemption after snub

Adrian Meronk just missed out on a spot on the European Ryder Cup team at the 2023 event, and this time around the LIV Golf star has a different plan in the hopes of catching Luke Donald's eye

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