Golf-PGA Tour blew it by not making deal with LIV Golf, says Trump


  • Golf
  • Friday, 28 Oct 2022

Oct 27, 2022; Miami, Florida, USA; Former President Donald Trump stands on the 18th green during the Pro-Am tournament before the LIV Golf series at Trump National Doral. Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

MIAMI (Reuters) - The PGA Tour blew it by refusing to negotiate with the Saudi-backed LIV Golf Series and therefore find themselves in a difficult spot dealing with "good people" with unlimited money, former U.S. president Donald Trump said on Thursday.

The LIV Series, bankrolled by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, is offering up to $250 million in prize money for its eight events, including an eye-popping record $50 million purse this weekend at Trump National Doral Club where the first team champion will be crowned.

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