LIV get world ranking points amid 'changing landscape'
Summary
In 2026, LIV Golf players will start earning world ranking points, but only the top 10 finishers in each event will receive them. This decision comes from the Official World Golf Rankings (OWGR) board, which says LIV Golf does not meet all its standards.Key Facts
- LIV Golf players will earn world ranking points starting in 2026.
- Only the top 10 finishers and ties in each LIV event will receive points.
- Other golf tours award points to all players who make the cut.
- The OWGR board says the change aims to reflect the evolving professional golf scene.
- LIV Golf does not fully meet OWGR's eligibility standards, leading to the points restriction.
- The winner of a LIV event can earn around 23.03 points, similar to European DP World Tour events.
- PGA Tour event winners receive more points; for example, 59 points for the WM Phoenix Open.
- OWGR points help players qualify for major golf tournaments.
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