The PGA Tour-LIV merger stunned some pro golfers. And not in a good way.

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A little over a year after LIV Golf divided the sport’s professional ranks by offering some of the world’s best players outrageous sums of money for less frequent play, PGA Tour golfers were left stunned by the announcement that the entities would merge.

. “I think this is one of the saddest days in the history of professional golf. I do believe that the governing bodies, the professional entities, have sacrificed their principles for profit.”Other stakeholders also responded to Tuesday’s news. Sen. Chris Murphy mentioned his recent meeting with PGA Tour officials,: “So weird. PGA officials were in my office just months ago talking about how the Saudis’ human rights record should disqualify them from having a stake in a major American sport.

Augusta National, the host of the Masters, which, like each of the sport’s major tournaments, allowed LIV golfers to participate in its event this year, remained neutral in a statement it released Tuesday afternoon. “As we have expressed previously, what makes golf special is its rich history and ability to bring people together,” its statement read. “We are encouraged by this announcement, which represents a positive development in bringing harmony to men’s professional golf. Augusta National Golf Club and the Masters Tournament are — and will remain — devoted to developing the game and celebrating its many virtues.

 

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