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Rahm, Koepka seek to keep U.S. Open focus amid merger turmoil

Jon Rahm says the merger of the PGA Tour and LIV Golf’s Saudi backers has left golfers in limbo, but Brooks Koepka isn’t daunted by a little “chaos” at this week’s U.S. Open.

The Hindu

Senior US politicians demand investigation into PGA Tour-LIV Golf deal

United States senators Elizabeth Warren and Ron Wyden have asked the US Justice Department (DOJ) to open an anti-trust investigation into the planned deal between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, saying they believe it would result in a monopoly over professional golf operations.

Evening Standard

The PGA leader who initially urged golfers to turn down Saudi millions and raised links to 9/11 is now 'recuperating from a medical situation' one week after announcing a merger with the LIV

The surprise leave occurs as Congress takes an increased interest in the merger. Monahan says the PGA was "largely left on our own" by Congress to fight off its Saudi rival.

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Why have golf's warring tours merged? The possible explanations

They say a few months in sports can feel like a lifetime. In March 2023, just before golf’s first men’s major of the year, the Masters tournament, we explained in The Conversation how men’s professional golf had been shaken up by Saudi Arabia’s billion-dollar drive for legitimacy. This was via…

The Conversation

US Open Gear Round Up - Limited Edition Bags, Putter Changes And A 6-Wood Spotted

We take a look at the biggest gear stories going into the men's third Major of the year, the US Open

Golf Monthly

PGA Tour LIV Golf Alliance Sparks Tax Debate, Government Probe

The announcement of a 'merger' between the PGA Tour and Saudi-backed LIV Golf has raised tax concerns in Congress.

Kiplinger

'See You Guys At Travelers Next Week' - Koepka Can't Resist PGA Tour Return Joke

Brooks Koepka cracked a rare joke about a swift PGA Tour return in a dig at LIV Golf critics ahead of his bid for a third US Open title

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Brooks Koepka makes "chaos" admission after being paired with Rory McIlroy at US Open

Brooks Koepka, who will play with Rory McIlroy at the US Open, has spoken following the news of the merger between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf which was announced last week

Daily Mirror

US Open 2023: Brooks Koepka thriving on chaos in bid for further major glory amid merger confusion

The shock PGA-LIV merger provides a dramatic backdrop to this week’s major in Los Angeles

Evening Standard

Brooks Koepka's 'gritty' return to golf started with Dr. ElAttrache's knee surgery

He's not the world's No. 1-ranked golfer. Not in the top five, or even in the top 10.

Los Angeles Times

PGA chief Jay Monahan takes step back from duties due to 'medical situation' after LIV Golf deal

PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan has handed over responsibilities to two of his colleagues due to a "medical situation" following a week of pressure following the LIV Golf deal

Daily Mirror

Commentary: The PGA-LIV merger isn’t the problem. Golf is

The recent merger of the PGA Tour and Saudi-backed LIV Golf ended a long battle between the two, typically framed as a struggle between pure, upright American values and brute economic, political and even murderous force. Many associated LIV backers with 9/11 and the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

Los Angeles Times

Lynch: As PGA Tour stars ask ‘Why?’, Brooks Koepka just says ‘Whatever!’

Through it all the controversies in pro golf, Koepka has maintained his customary aloof detachment.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Rahm admits players feel sense of betrayal over deal with Saudi Arabia

Jon Rahm believes there is a feeling of ‘betrayal’ among the golfers after the the PGA and DP World tours’ deal with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund

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Irish Mirror

Rory McIlroy avoids US Open media duty as PIF merger remains in the news

The Irishman didn't want a repeat of last week's antics.

Daily Mirror

Sergio Garcia, Rory McIlroy and Cameron Smith in six US Open groups not to miss

A whole host of players on both sides of the PGA Tour-LIV Golf divide will have to put their differences aside this week after being grouped together in round one and two of the US Open

The Independent UK

Rory McIlroy skips US Open media duty with PIF merger still in headlines

McIlroy said his press conference at last week’s Canadian Open was “the most uncomfortable I’ve felt in the last 12 months”.

Daily Mirror

Rory McIlroy and Brooks Koepka face awkward LIV vs PGA pairings at US Open

Having found themselves on opposite sides of golf's recent bitter feud, the PGA Tour's Rory McIlroy and LIV's Brooks Koepka will play together at this week's US Open

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Golf Monthly

'If There's No LIV Golf Of Course I'll Have To Go Somewhere' - Sergio Garcia

If LIV Golf was to cease existing then Sergio Garcia would consider going back to the PGA and DP World Tours

Reason

In CNN Town Hall, Chris Christie Says Neither Joe Biden Nor Donald Trump Should Ever Be President Again

Plus: Democrats might try to block the PGA Tour/LIV Golf merger, the author of Eat, Pray, Love has self-canceled her next book, and more...

Daily Mirror

Open champ Cam Smith thought LIV-PGA Tour merge was a 'joke' after call with Saudi boss

Cam Smith is one of LIV Golf's biggest names, and after the PGA Tour confirmed it had signed a merger with breakaway circuit, the Australian thought it was a 'joke'

Golf Monthly

LIV Golf Player-by-Player Gude for the U.S. Open

There are 15 players from LIV Golf teeing it up this week at Los Angeles Country Club for the 2023 U.S. Open. Oddschecker's, Tom Jacobs assesses their chances ahead of the year's third major.

Golf Monthly

'They're Doing The Schedule Now' - Dustin Johnson Confident 'LIV Will Go Into 2024'

Dustin Johnson has reportedly received assurances that the LIV Golf League will be fully functional for the 2024 season

Daily Mirror

Sergio Garcia makes admission over future if LIV Golf disbands after PGA Tour merger

Sergio Garcia discussed the future of LIV Golf ahead of the US Open after it was confirmed the breakaway circuit had agreed a deal with their rivals at the PGA Tour

Evening Standard

Open champion Cameron Smith thought news of PGA Tour-LIV Golf merger was a joke

The 2022 Open champion was as shocked by the news as most in the world of golf

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