LIV Golf bankruptcy: Rahm & DeChambeau among players owed millions
Dubai: LIV Golf has entered bankruptcy protection with more than $45m owed to 14 current and former players, according to court documents. Jon Rahm is the biggest name on the list, with the two-time major champion listed as being owed $7.5m. Bryson DeChambeau is owed a further $5.7m, while former LIV captain Dustin Johnson is due $5.5m. Cameron Smith ($4.8m) and Tyrrell Hatton ($3.4m) are also…
LIV Golf has filed for bankruptcy protection, owing over $45 million to 14 current and former players, according to court documents. Jon Rahm is the highest on the list, owing $7.5 million, followed by Bryson DeChambeau with $5.7 million and Dustin Johnson with $5.5 million. Other notable players include Cameron Smith with $4.8 million and Tyrrell Hatton with $3.4 million.
The figures refer to unsecured debts from the third quarter of 2026 and do not represent players' total earnings or the full amounts owed. LIV Golf filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States on Tuesday, citing the withdrawal of Saudi Arabia's funding as the reason. The league estimates its assets range between $100 million and $500 million, while its liabilities are between $500 million and $1 billion.
LIV plans to launch a new, player-owned version early next year, allowing players to choose whether to participate in the new iteration. However, the outcome remains uncertain, with players facing decisions about their future in the sport.
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