The New York Times – Sports:
A match play event in Texas may be the last W.G.C. event, ending an international competition that preceded golf’s high-rolling present.
Category: Norman, Greg
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LIV Golf Series Reaches TV Deal With The CW
The New York Times – Sports:
After its debut season was relegated to internet platforms, the circuit that includes Phil Mickelson and Cameron Smith will be on the CW network in 2023.
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Looking Ahead to 2023 in Sports
The New York Times – Sports:
The rise of a new winter sports hero. The women’s soccer World Cup. A brisker pace of play in baseball. And, for heaven’s sake, less talk about pickleball.
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Masters Tournament Will Let LIV Golf Players Compete in 2023
The New York Times – Sports:
The decision by Augusta National Golf Club is an interim victory for the upstart circuit, but other troubles loom.
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Atul Khosla, Chief Operating Officer of LIV Golf, Exits Saudi-Backed League
The New York Times – Sports:
The executive’s departure is the latest turmoil for LIV, which has drawn plenty of attention but no major television or sponsorship deals.
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Confidential Records Show a Saudi Golf Tour Built on Far-Fetched Assumptions
The New York Times – Sports:
McKinsey documents suggest the Saudi league is far off-track for success. Experts say the analysis shows it was never just about profits.
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For 2022, LIV Golf Was the Story
The New York Times – Sports:
The Saudi-backed tour, which has used big payments to attract players, has upended the gentlemen’s game.
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LIV Golf Continues to Try New Ways to Be Noticed
The New York Times – Sports:
Whether it’s the team concept or a decision to allow its golfers to play in shorts, the breakaway Saudi-backed series so far sees itself as the anti-PGA Tour.
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Henrik Stenson Stripped of Ryder Cup Captaincy as LIV Golf Rift Widens
The New York Times – Sports:
Stenson was removed as he appeared set to join the Saudi-financed series. Former President Trump, whose course will host the next LIV series event, urged players to “take the money.”