Scott O'Neil
Coverage of Scott O'Neil in the Nexus archive.
- LIV Golf still waiting on $400M in funding, may be forced to cancel final two events of the season
LIV Golf is reportedly waiting on $400 million in funding from the Saudi Arabia-controlled Public Investment Fund (PIF) to complete its 2026 season, with the final two events at risk of cancellation. While CEO Scott O'Neil claims the PIF has committed to funding through the season, a Financial Times report indicates uncertainty remains, as LIV Golf has only secured partial payments so far.
- LIV Golf CEO refuses to guarantee circuit's remaining events will go on as scheduled with awkward sales pitch
LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil refused to confirm whether the remaining four 2026 season events will proceed as scheduled, despite Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) reports of potential funding cuts. A PIF partner described the events as 'on the fence,' while O'Neil evaded direct answers during a CNBC interview, instead promoting investment opportunities. The PIF has invested over $6 billion in LIV Golf since 2021 but has not seen a return, leading to the funding cutoff after 2026.
- LIV Golf CEO teases announcements in 'next 10 days,' talks Bryson DeChambeau's future with LIV
LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil believes Bryson DeChambeau is committed to staying with LIV despite his contract expiring after this season. DeChambeau has been non-committal about returning to the PGA Tour and has expressed interest in joining meetings with potential new investors. LIV is facing funding challenges after losing its primary source of funding.
- LIV Golf reportedly loses Saudi funding as tour's future looks murky
The Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) is ending its funding for LIV Golf after this season, putting the tour's future at risk. The decision aligns with PIF's new 2030 investment strategy focused on efficiency, raising concerns about the league's financial stability and top players like Bryson DeChambeau.