Dustin Johnson to Compete in Controversial Saudi-Backed LIV Golf Series

The former world’s top-ranked golfer risks sanctions from the PGA, which has not granted members permission to play.

Dustin Johnson

Photographer: Gareth Fuller/PA Wire

Dustin Johnson will play in the opening event of the Saudi-backed LIV Golf Invitational Series next week in Hertfordshire.

The former world number one will headline the new competition’s inaugural event at the Centurion Club from June 9-11, just four months after committing himself to the PGA Tour.