There are still 10 days left until the start of the new LIV season, which will debut in Riyadh this year. Although there were predictions that the Saudi-backed Tour could hire big names from the world of golf during the offseason, it seems that the leaders of the controversial Tour failed to do so.
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By coming to the golf scene, the creators of this competition managed to attract popular names of this sport, such as Brooks Koepka, Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm and many others.
However, after the arrival of Rahm, things became quiet regarding the new arrivals.
Although LIV managed to recruit new names, it is clear that there are no top golfers among them, that is, those who took the lead on the PGA Tour.
Fans wonder why the stars of this sport do not want to become part of LIV?
In this article, we will list some of the reasons why LIV failed in its intentions to hire top names:
1. Weaker influence on the golf scene:
Although LIV promised a revolution in this sport, it seems that their influence has weakened over time, considering that they have not yet become dominant.
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2. Bad ratings and lack of interest:
LIV Golf's ratings in recent years have not lived up to expectations. Despite the innovations, modern approach and huge money, the controversial Tour is still in the shadow of the PGA Tour.
3. Impossibility of playing the Majors:
Popular golfers do not want to be part of a Tour that cannot provide them with competition at the Majors. They are aware that by coming to this Tour they are losing the chance to leave a big mark in the world of golf.
4. Fewer and fewer chances for unification with the PGA Tour:
A year and a half has passed since the framework agreement between LIV Golf and the PGA Tour, and the final agreement is not even close. Judging by the current situation, that won't even happen.
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Of course, this discourages famous golfers from coming to LIV.
5. Players' regrets about coming:
According to some sources, within the LIV community itself there are rumors of dissatisfaction and regret from some players about leaving for the PGA Tour.
