Tiger Woods has delivered a blistering critique of Greg Norman and the controversial LIV Golf series, accusing them of betraying the very foundations of the sport that made them successful.
The 15-time major champion didn't hold back during a recent interview, stating: "They've turned their back on what got them to this position." His comments come amid ongoing tension between traditional golf tours and the Saudi-backed breakaway league.
Woods' Fiery Rebuke of LIV Golf
Woods, who has remained loyal to the PGA Tour throughout the LIV Golf saga, expressed particular disappointment in Norman's leadership of the rival tour. "Some of these players may not realise the damage they're doing," Woods warned, highlighting concerns about the long-term impact on professional golf.
The Core of the Controversy
The golf legend outlined three key issues with the LIV Golf model:
- Disregard for golf's traditional 72-hole format
- Excessive focus on financial incentives over competition
- Potential harm to the developmental pathways for young players
Woods emphasised that while change in sport is inevitable, it shouldn't come at the expense of the game's integrity.
Norman's Response and Ongoing Tensions
While Norman hasn't yet publicly responded to Woods' latest comments, the LIV Golf CEO has previously defended his tour as "the future of golf." The war of words shows no signs of abating as both sides continue to battle for the soul of professional golf.
With several high-profile players having already defected to LIV Golf, Woods' strong stance serves as a rallying cry for those committed to maintaining golf's traditional structures.
