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Saudi-Backed LIV Golf Is Said to Weigh Deal With DP World Tour
- Deal would cement LIV Golf’s place in the golfing calendar
- Talks with DP World Tour are separate from PGA Tour deal
The talks between DP World Tour and LIV Golf may see the two entities merge, creating a shared schedule and allowing golfers to play in events hosted by both leagues.
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Saudi-backed LIV Golf is considering a potential tie-up with Europe’s DP World Tour that may result in a surprise end to enmity that’s plagued the sport, according to people with knowledge of the matter.
If successful, the deal would cement LIV Golf’s position in the golfing calendar and give the DP World Tour — previously known as the European Tour — significant financial heft.