The Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) has confirmed that LIV Golf events will now grant world ranking points, marking a significant change for the controversial tour.
The addition of OWGR points to LIV Golf tournaments brings the series in line with other major professional golf tours, increasing its legitimacy and appeal to top players worldwide. This development is expected to impact player participation decisions and the competitive landscape of professional golf.
Impact on the Golf World and Rankings
With LIV Golf events now awarding points, players competing on the series can improve their world rankings, which affect qualification for major championships and other elite events. The inclusion is seen as a step towards integration of LIV Golf within the broader professional golf ecosystem.
What This Means for Players and Fans
Players can now earn official points while participating in LIV Golf tournaments, potentially attracting more high-profile names to the series. Fans can expect heightened competition and more globally relevant storylines as the tour gains recognition from the OWGR.