LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil acknowledged the league faces financial challenges to sustain its operations, according to a deleted interview excerpt reported by The Telegraph on April 17, 2026. O'Neil stated the league needs to 'keep us going' and is actively seeking new investment.
The interview, which was later removed from public view, highlighted the ongoing struggle for the Saudi-backed golf tour to achieve profitability. Since its launch in 2022, LIV Golf has spent billions to attract top players with lucrative contracts, funded by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF).
Despite the financial pressures, LIV Golf continues its 2026 season schedule. The league's long-term viability remains a central question in the sport, especially as negotiations for a potential framework agreement with the PGA Tour and DP World Tour have stalled.
