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LIV Golf Bankruptcy: DP World Tour Accused of Interference
DP World Tour accused of interfering with LIV Golf's bankruptcy process after taking harder line on tour membership.
In brief
DP World Tour accused of interfering with LIV Golf's bankruptcy process after taking harder line on tour membership. DP World Tour denies LIV Golf players' membership for 2027, claiming non-compliance with rules after LIV Golf's Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. Originally reported by Sky Sports.
LIV Golf Bankruptcy Process
LIV Golf has accused the DP World Tour of interference in its bankruptcy proceedings after releasing players from contracts.
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filing
LIV Golf applied for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to cancel existing player contracts for LIV 2.0 relaunch with new money from BC Partners Capital.
DP World Tour's Harder Line
DP World Tour denies LIV players memberships for 2027, ruling them out of Ryder Cup contention if they join LIV 2.0.
Player Contract Release
Bryson DeChambeau and 19 other golfers were released from contracts after LIV stated current terms do not reflect LIV 2.0 compensation.
Jon Rahm's Exit
Jon Rahm gave up all claims against LIV's bankruptcy estate after deeming LIV 2.0 terms unacceptable, retaining control of his team's intellectual property.
Next Hearings
LIV's next bankruptcy hearing is scheduled for October 20 with player commitments deadline set for October 25.
The short version
DP World Tour denies LIV Golf players' membership for 2027, claiming non-compliance with rules after LIV Golf's Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing.
