Greg Norman, former CEO of LIV Golf, asserts that the Saudi-backed league financially benefited golfers like Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy. He expresses a desire to debate them on the impact of LIV, while acknowledging his avoidance of McIlroy and Woods' indoor league, TGL.
Greg Norman , the former CEO of LIV Golf, expressed confidence in his ability to win a debate against Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy regarding the financial impact of the Saudi-funded golf league. In an interview with Australian Golf Digest, Norman claimed that his tenure with LIV Golf has significantly changed the game of golf, even suggesting that the PGA Tour's increased prize money and Player Impact Program (PIP) are a direct result of LIV's emergence.
\Norman stated that he believes Woods and McIlroy have benefited financially from LIV's presence, pointing to the increased PIP money for Woods as evidence. He expressed a desire to engage in a discussion with them, emphasizing his willingness to listen to their perspectives. \However, Norman stated that he has chosen not to watch the TGL, an indoor golf league backed by Woods and McIlroy, citing the vocal opposition he has faced from certain players. This comes as LIV Golf prepares for its fourth year, with Scott O’Neil taking over as CEO, replacing Norman. The league, backed by the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia, has injected significant financial support into the Asian Tour and remains a key player in the evolving landscape of professional golf
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