LIV Golf is in trouble as its funding was stopped after it filed for bankruptcy.
LIV Golf 2.0 is facing a big crisis after BC Partners decided to stop investing in the project. Things started looking uncertain back in April when Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) pulled their financial support, just four years after LIV Golf was created to challenge the PGA Tour.
In September, LIV Golf filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to try and save the company and continue the league with a fresh approach. They even looked like they might get $300 million in funding from BC Partners Credit for the 2027 season. But now, things have taken a tough turn.
According to the Financial Times, BC Partners is stepping back from its plans to bring LIV Golf back. This decision came because BC needed to prove they had enough player support to run tournaments in 2027, and that didn’t happen. Although around 15 players showed interest, very few were willing to sign contracts that would stop them from playing in other leagues.
So far, 14 players have officially left LIV Golf, including big names like Sergio Garcia, Jon Rahm, and Brooks Koepka. Without top players committed to sticking around, the league just can’t keep going.
While many are leaving, Bryson DeChambeau has stayed loyal to LIV Golf. He joined early in 2022 and has often said he loves the competition. The league gave him financial security, creative freedom for his projects, and a team format that reignited his passion for golf.
In a recent podcast interview, DeChambeau shared his thoughts on the league’s money problems. He said, “I was really excited about the team golf stuff, and I still care about it. The top company wasn’t managing it well, but the business model makes sense. We’re working on a new model that will make financial sense—no funny business. I hope it’s a league that lasts forever.”
DeChambeau’s hopeful attitude is great to see, but with BC Partners pulling out, it’s hard to ignore the possibility the league might shut down. If that happens, Bryson will have some big decisions ahead about where to go next.