{
  "id": 17671506,
  "title": "DeChambeau Backs LIV Bankruptcy Plan As Stars Exit",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/dechambeau-backs-liv-bankruptcy-plan-as-stars-exit",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-01T20:12:08.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/dechambeau-backs-liv-bankruptcy-plan-201208878.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Bryson DeChambeau is advocating for a complete overhaul of LIV Golf, which is currently navigating Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. The American golfer concedes that the initial financial model faltered, but he maintains that a player-owned team format could still be successful. This assertion arises as the league grapples with the withdrawal of the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund, leaving several roster positions in limbo. Despite the broader league's struggles, DeChambeau cites his own team, Crushers GC, as evidence of the concept's viability, revealing it generated approximately $29 million in revenue last year, with $21 million allocated to players, travel, and operational expenses. The golfer highlighted this revenue gap to demonstrate the viability of the model, stating, \"We made $8 million EBITDA last year.\" He clarified that this figure is earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, not net profit, yet argued it proves the business can survive without continuous external support. High-profile players such as Jon Rahm, Sergio Garcia, and Louis Oosthuizen have declined to participate in the proposed 2027 relaunch. DeChambeau expressed a deep emotional attachment to the team golf concept, stating, \"I really care, and I still do care deeply about the team golf stuff.\" He reiterated his vision for the future, which emphasizes cooperation over conflict, aiming to create a \"100 percent additive\" product to any golf tour without competing against established tours. The financial realities of the bankruptcy demand players accept a new structure where they hold ownership stakes in the operation. DeChambeau believes the initial plan to fund success through massive signing bonuses was unsustainable, advocating for a future where players own a share of the business rather than being hired guns. This shift may explain why some stars, like Rahm, are departing, as the guaranteed earnings of the past are no longer available in the same form. DeChambeau has faced significant scrutiny throughout his career, a challenge he attributes to building resilience for the current LIV turmoil. He recounted a childhood incident where he was falsely accused of cheating, teaching him that criticism would always follow success. This experience mirrors the broader skepticism surrounding the league's funding and competitive integrity. DeChambeau's father passed away in November 2022 after a prolonged illness, a personal tragedy he has considered in relation to their relationship. He shared advice for those holding grudges, urging forgiveness, a mindset that appears to guide his approach to the league's current crisis. The proposed 2027 relaunch is a final attempt to salvage the team concept. DeChambeau insists the business model is viable if executed without \"funny business.\" He envisions a league that adds value to the global golf market, rather than clashing with established tours. However, the departure of major champions suggests the market may be doubtful about this new direction. The league's success hinges on proving the team format offers sufficient value compared to the reduced financial guarantees of past signing bonuses.",
  "summary": "Bryson DeChambeau defends the team golf model and outlines a new financial path for LIV Golf after major players like Rahm refused to return for the 2027 relaunch.",
  "key_points": [
    "Bryson DeChambeau backs LIV Golf bankruptcy plan, advocates for player-owned team format.",
    "Crushers GC generated $29 million in revenue last year, with $21 million allocated to players.",
    "High-profile players like Jon Rahm, Sergio Garcia, and Louis Oosthuizen declined 2027 relaunch."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}