Bryson DeChambeau, one of LIV Golf’s biggest stars, has opened up about the league’s future and his role in helping it survive beyond this season.
In April, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) revealed that it would end its financial backing of LIV Golf after the conclusion of the 2026 season, which concludes this weekend following the cancellation of the Team Championship in Michigan.
LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil revealed earlier this month that a lead investor had “signed a term sheet approved by our board” that will support the league going forward after this season. However, uncertainty remains whether the proposed model will remain attractive for players contracted with the league.
But DeChambeau, who has collected five wins on the circuit, passionately defended LIV Golf urging people to give the league “one more shot”.
“Look, it’s tough, it’s not easy,” DeChambeau said following his first round at LIV Golf Indianapolis. “We definitely have a lot against us, but I think behind the scenes we’ve got a lot of people that are working hard to make this possible for not only all the players that are out here, but all the fans that have come out to these events.”
“The economic impact that we’ve made in all of these places, whether it’s South Africa, here in Indianapolis or Australia and numerous places across the world, the UK and all the different places we’ve been in the US.
“I think we just have a bit of a responsibility to continue to show this. If it works, it works and that’s awesome. If it doesn’t, we’ll figure things out and time will move on.
“I would say that time heals things. I hope people can see that we actually bring value to the game of golf. My wish is that people give us one more shot and be open minded.”
The comments come after O’Neil reiterated his optimism about LIV Golf’s future, while highlighting a “very compressed timeline” to secure fresh investment. He also praised DeChambeau for his continued support.
“I have a lot of time for Bryson – I talk to him quite a bit,” O’Neil said in his pre-tournament press conference on Wednesday.
“Having spent 30 years in this business of sports, spending time with professional athletes for most of it, I’ve never met one who’s truly… not what they say but what they do, truly focused and be mission driven.
“He cares about the global game of golf. He cares about building this next generation of fans. I don’t think anybody works harder on or off the course. Bryson has become a good friend, a good advocate of the league.
“I certainly hope he’s with us for the future. He’s been extremely supportive, as I can say most of the big guys have been.”