The New York Times – Sports:
Henrik Stenson won the third event on the LIV Golf tour, where nine-figure signing bonuses for top players guaranteed a carefree vibe.
Category: Golf
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At a LIV Golf Event, Thin Crowds and a Tense Start
The New York Times – Sports:
The controversy over the new golf series, which is backed by Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund, isn’t going away. But on the course, fans enjoyed the easygoing camaraderie among the players.
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To 9/11 Families, Saudi-Backed Golf Event Is ‘Another Atrocity’
The New York Times – Sports:
The families are furious that former President Donald J. Trump once blamed Saudi Arabia for the terrorist attacks, but is now allowing his golf course to be used for its LIV Golf event.
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LIV Golf Comes to Bedminster, and Trump Plays Host, and 18 Holes
The New York Times – Sports:
The former president’s barge-ahead style and whim for scooping up shots too hard to make wouldn’t fly on the LIV Golf series or the PGA Tour.
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Trump Criticizes PGA Tour and Praises Saudis for Backing LIV Golf
The New York Times – Sports:
The former president, who is hosting two LIV Golf events, including one this week at his course in Bedminster, N.J., made the remarks before teeing off in the pro am.
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Why Do LIV Golfers Struggle to Explain Why They Left the PGA Tour?
The New York Times – Sports:
The latest golfers to join the Saudi-backed series were vague and defensive in the face of hard questions about guaranteed money and human-rights issues.
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Trump Embraces LIV Golf, Backing a New Saudi Strategy
The New York Times – Sports:
After decades of failure and rejection in sports, the former president’s New Jersey course will host a LIV Golf tournament this weekend, but the event is not simply about the golf.
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The Players to Watch at the Evian
The New York Times – Sports:
Five golfers who have a good chance to win the tournament, including the defending champion.