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OPINION: Is LIV Golf on its last legs?

Two big-name South Africans are among a group of players who've decided they won't be going back.

OPINION: Is LIV Golf on its last legs?

As LIV Golf faces uncertain times, it appears the once-promising league may be nearing its end. Numerous high-profile players have abandoned the tour, leading to concerns about its financial sustainability. Key players such as Brooks Koepka, Jon Rahm, Louis Oosthuizen, Branden Grace, Sergio Garcia, Tyrrell Hatton, Patrick Reed, Adrian Meronk, Abraham Ancer, and Lucas Herbert have all left the league.

The withdrawal of financial backing from the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund has also raised doubts about the league's future. Moreover, LIV Golf filed for bankruptcy protection, leaving the door open for a potential restructuring called LIV 2.0. However, the success of this new iteration remains in question. The departure of these top players leaves many questions about the future of LIV Golf, particularly concerning the future of their South African teams and the viability of the second South African tournament slated for April next year.

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