The LIV Golf League concludes its 2026 season amid uncertainty about its future, having stirred significant controversy in men’s professional golf since its inception. The league, which attracted players from the PGA Tour and DP World Tour, faced challenges in unifying the sport despite a framework agreement involving the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF).

Timeline Highlights:

• October 2021: LIV Golf Investments announced, with Greg Norman as CEO.
• February 2022: Phil Mickelson criticized the PGA Tour's media rights policies, calling it "obnoxious greed."
• June 2022: The inaugural event was held in London, won by Charl Schwartzel, leading to suspensions of participating PGA Tour players.
• August 2022: A lawsuit against the PGA Tour by Mickelson and others heightened tensions.
• May 2023: Brooks Koepka became the first LIV player to win a major at the PGA Championship.
• June 2023: A surprise agreement aimed at unifying golf raised concerns among players like Rory McIlroy.
• December 2023: Jon Rahm joined LIV Golf for a lucrative deal, followed by Tyrrell Hatton in January 2024.
• April 2026: PIF announced it would withdraw funding, pushing LIV to seek new investors.
• August 2026: LIV Golf confirmed the cancellation of its season-ending Team Championship in Michigan, ending the season early.

As the league navigates its turbulent landscape, questions about its sustainability and the future of its players loom large.