LIV Golf to expand to 72 holes in 2026, bolstered by stars' support.
The Saudi Arabia-backed golf circuit has announced that its tournaments will now be played over four days starting from next year. The current format of 54-hole events has been a point of contention among the players and fans alike, with many feeling it doesn't give enough time to showcase their skills.
This change is seen as a major win for LIV Golf, as it aligns more closely with the setup of the PGA Tour, which consists of four rounds per event. The move is also expected to benefit the players, as it will provide them with more opportunities to compete and perfect their craft.
Jon Rahm, captain of LIV Golf's Legion XIII team, welcomed the change, calling it a "win for the league, and the players." He believes that playing 72 holes will strengthen competition and deliver more of what fans want - exciting golf. Two-time major champion Dustin Johnson also expressed his support for the move, stating that it feels like the big tournaments he grew up playing.
LIV Golf chief executive Scott O'Neil described the change as a "pivotal new chapter" for the league, which will strengthen its position, challenge its elite field of players, and provide more world-class golf to its growing global audience.
The Saudi Arabia-backed golf circuit has announced that its tournaments will now be played over four days starting from next year. The current format of 54-hole events has been a point of contention among the players and fans alike, with many feeling it doesn't give enough time to showcase their skills.
This change is seen as a major win for LIV Golf, as it aligns more closely with the setup of the PGA Tour, which consists of four rounds per event. The move is also expected to benefit the players, as it will provide them with more opportunities to compete and perfect their craft.
Jon Rahm, captain of LIV Golf's Legion XIII team, welcomed the change, calling it a "win for the league, and the players." He believes that playing 72 holes will strengthen competition and deliver more of what fans want - exciting golf. Two-time major champion Dustin Johnson also expressed his support for the move, stating that it feels like the big tournaments he grew up playing.
LIV Golf chief executive Scott O'Neil described the change as a "pivotal new chapter" for the league, which will strengthen its position, challenge its elite field of players, and provide more world-class golf to its growing global audience.
I'm loving this move by LIV Golf! Playing 72 holes is a total game-changer (pun intended 
). It's about time they joined the rest of us in the golf world who love watching four-day tournaments - it's so much more exciting than those 54-hole events. The extra day will definitely give players like Jon Rahm and Dustin Johnson more opportunities to shine, and let's be real, who doesn't love a good long week of golf? 
I'm curious to see how the fans react to this change - will it increase ticket sales or make for a longer commute on travel days? One thing's for sure, I'll be tuning in more often next year! 
. I mean, who doesn't love a good long weekend? The 54-hole format was always gonna be a bit wonky, especially for the top players. And let's be real, 72 holes is way more like what we're used to on the PGA Tour. It's about time they stepped up their game and made it more competitive. Jon Rahm's right, it'll definitely strengthen competition and give fans a better show. Can't wait to see how it plays out next year! 
jon rahm and dusty johnson on board is like the icing on the cake can't wait to see these guys crush it on the course 
, can't believe we're finally seeing some changes that might make LIV Golf more competitive 
! four days is a looong time for golf and if it means the players get to showcase their skills more, then im all for it 
...not sure if it'll make golf more or less accessible for regular folks 
? And how's this change gonna affect the environment? More days means more fuel, more waste... 
Not sure if it's a win or lose situation for everyone involved 
. Do you guys think playing 4 rounds per event is a good thing? 
. Glad Jon Rahm and DJ are on board, now let's see how the rest of the field reacts...
. Can't we just have a good ol' fashioned 3-day tournament? Less travel, less hassle... but hey, what do I know? 
... LIV Golf is getting all fancy with 72 holes now... like, what's the hurry? It's gonna be a total marathon and I'm not even sure if it'll make the game better 
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. Players need more time to show off their skills and it'll definitely make the games more exciting 
The fact that the stars are on board with this change is also a big win for LIV Golf 
. It shows they're listening to their players and wanting to create a better experience for fans like me 
. Bring it on, 2026! 