Major shifts are happening in the world of golf. In 2021, LIV Golf was created with funding from Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, with promises of guaranteed contracts and increased prize money luring many high profile golfers away from the more established PGA Tour. While conflict between the two golf tournaments was calmed by talks of merging, these talks have deteriorated and LIV Golf continues to be criticized as an alleged effort to improve Saudi Arabia’s reputation in the midst of the country’s human rights abuses. Delegates in this committee represent executives, players, and other stakeholders in LIV Golf aiming to address LIV’s public image and renavigate its relationship with the PGA Tour.
questions to consider
1. How should the golf community address ethical concerns related to LIV Golf’s funding sources?
2. What measures can be taken to ensure financial stability across all professional tours?
3. Should international governing bodies establish guidelines for ethical sponsorship?
4. How can traditional tours adapt to the challenges posed by LIV Golf?
5. What role should innovation play in modernizing golf without alienating its core fanbase?
6. Is there potential for collaboration between LIV Golf and traditional tours?
7. Should a global governing body be established to regulate all professional golf tours?
8. How can player voices be better integrated into governance structures?
9. What steps can be taken to foster collaboration between LIV Golf and traditional tours?
