LIV Golf: Greg Norman expects to be replaced as CEO of the Saudi-backed tour
Greg Norman said he expects the CEO position of LIV Golf to be replaced.
this The New York Times reports, external LIV Golf will name former Philadelphia 76ers CEO Scott O’Neil as its new chief executive in November.
Norman, 69, has been chief executive of the Saudi-backed company since October 2021.
The two-time Open champion told Indiana channel WISH-TV, which broadcasts the LIV golf tournament in the United States, that he was “fine” with the change.
“Will there be a new CEO? Yes. There will be a new CEO,” Norman said.
Since its first season in 2022, some of the world’s top golfers have joined LIV Golf, which is funded by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF).
After taking firm stance on splitting tours, PGA Tour and Europe-based DP World Tour announce June 2023 “Framework Agreement” Merged with PIF, but no deal has been struck yet.
Norman added: “I’ve seen it (LIV Golf) go from a business model on paper, to being born on a golf course, to what it is today.”
“Will I always have a seat and be involved in LIV in some capacity? Yes. I will always have that opportunity.
“I’m proud to have benefited greatly from the impact LIV has had on the game of golf.”
Norman has faced criticism for his role in the formation of LIV Golf, most notably from Northern Ireland’s four-time major champion Rory McIlroy.
he appealed to norman “Leave stage left” In 2022, when the tour was first established, they said “no one will talk unless there are adults in the room.”
McIlroy is a member of the PGA Tour trading committeeThe organization is monitoring the protracted negotiations between the PGA of America and the PIF.
