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Tension Simmers Between PGA Tour and LIV Golf as DeChambeau-Woods Rift Highlights Strain

As murmurs of hostility between PGA Tour and LIV Golf players persist, a recent exchange between Bryson DeChambeau and Tiger Woods sheds light on underlying tensions.

During LIV Golf’s third event in Orlando, DeChambeau, when asked about potential fallout with old friends on the PGA Tour, hinted at strained relations, particularly with Woods, following his controversial move to Greg Norman’s roster.

While acknowledging Woods as a great friend, DeChambeau hinted at a rift, suggesting Woods no longer communicates with him due to concerns over the impact on his own legacy.

DeChambeau’s remarks underscore a rift in his relationship with Woods, a dynamic further exemplified by their lackluster performance as teammates at the 2018 Ryder Cup.

However, other LIV competitors like Brooks Koepka and Bubba Watson downplayed any animosity, emphasizing a focus on their own game rather than external tensions.

Notably, rifts extend beyond DeChambeau and Woods, with examples like Rory McIlroy and Sergio Garcia reflecting compromised friendships amid the PGA Tour-LIV Golf divide.

DeChambeau’s involvement in an antitrust lawsuit against the PGA Tour in 2022, coupled with his suspension from the circuit, further highlights the complexities and conflicts within the golfing community.

Despite losing Woods as a friend, DeChambeau remains resolute in his decision to join LIV Golf, expressing optimism for the league’s growth and impact on the sport.

Reflecting on his transition, DeChambeau voiced satisfaction with LIV’s trajectory and the evolving fan base, suggesting a shift in sentiment towards the rebel league.

While tensions persist between PGA Tour and LIV Golf players, DeChambeau’s experience with Woods underscores the challenges and complexities shaping the landscape of professional golf.