PGA Tour CEO addresses LIV Golf's uncertain future, players potentially returning

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PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp has addressed the reports and rumors involving LIV Golf's future, or potential lack thereof, with a straightforward message about where the Tour's priorities lie amid uncertain times.

Last week, it was widely reported that the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) was preparing to cut off its funding of LIV Golf after announcing a five-year investment strategy focused on reprioritizing spending. With the Saudis being the sole funders of the breakaway golf circuit, a stoppage of funds would, in all likelihood, end the current iteration of LIV Golf.

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LIV Golf Mexico went on as scheduled over the weekend amid the very loud rumors. Two-time major champion Jon Rahm won the event, and on Sunday, LIV formally announced it would be returning to Mexico in 2027 at a currently unspecified date.

Jon Rahm in action during the first round of play at LIV Golf Riyadh at the Riyadh Golf Club in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Feb. 4, 2026. (Hamad I Mohammed/Reuters)

Rolapp, the former Executive Vice President of NFL Media, joined Monday's edition of 'The Pat McAfee Show' on ESPN and was transparent while sharing his thoughts about the reports and rumors involving LIV Golf.

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Most notably, Rolapp admitted that the PGA Tour is thinking about potential pathways back for players who left the Tour to join the Saudi-backed league.

"I think we're thinking about it," Rolapp said when