LIV Golf changing to 72-hole format - what will the impact be?
Published: 11/4/2025

LIV Golf events will expand to 72-hole tournaments by 2026, aligning with traditional golf tours. The Saudi-backed circuit, which launched in 2022 with 54-hole events, made the change for more competitive play and official ranking points for players like Jon Rahm and Dustin Johnson. Player feedback pushed for the shift, enhancing the league's standing and appeal to fans worldwide as it blooms into a prominent global golf organization.



