Ever since LIV Golf entered the professional arena, it has shaken the golf world with its unorthodox style. Among many eye-catching exploits, one staggering stroke of the Saudi-backed league has been its rosters and big purses. Concerning the former, the league boasts many eminent names like Dustin Johnson, Patrick Reed, Bryson DeChambeau, Brooks Koepka, and others.
Among them, the 2016 Australian PGA Championship winner is one such former PGA Tour Pro who is known for his upfront personality. Showcasing a glimpse of his persona, a 32-year-old opened up about the vying spirit of his league, probably surpassing his former league. Let us delve into the remarks made by the American golfer and his reasons behind the same!
Gutsy LIV golfer opens up about the biggest false impression about the league
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
As one of the dominant players in the Saudi-funded league, Harold Varner III has a LIV win and seven top-10 finishes to his name. Consequently, the confident golfer has his eyes set on the current stop—Bedminster, which will be the fourth last event of the 2023 LIV season. However, prior to this event, HV3 sat down for an exclusive interview with Golfweek, as he faced some crucial questions.
One of these queries targeted the biggest misapprehension people have against the relatively new league. Varner, without even blinking an eye, stated, “That LIV’s not serious.” According to the golfer, it is much harder to compete for the $4 million than to achieve a victory on the PGA Tour.
Watch This Story: Fans Show No Mercy to LIV Golf Over Recent Blunder
Elaborating on his stance concerning both his current and old home league, the 32-year-old expressed how when one takes on the greens at a LIV event; the contention out there is like, “that’s life-changing money“.These bold statements of the professional golfer were also shared by Nuclr Golf on its Twitter handle as they highlighted Varner’s dauntless comparison.
🚨Harold Varner III says it’s harder to win at LIV than the PGA TOUR and was asked what the biggest misconception about LIV is: “That LIV’s not serious. I think it’s harder to win $4 million than it is to win a PGA Tour event. When you get in contention out here, it’s like,… pic.twitter.com/Fk2r98DEqn
— NUCLR GOLF (@NUCLRGOLF) August 11, 2023
Time and again, the American golfer has voiced his intention of playing the game for money and fun, as he enjoys the shorter schedule of his league more than anything. Now, as he candidly spoke about money and its significance at LIV Golf, let’s take a look at whether he has been able to change his life due to the same or not.
Has Harold Varner III’s life evolved since he shifted to LIV Golf?
Undoubtedly, the 2023 LIV Golf DC winner loves his current league and its non-traditional gameplay. However, the financial aspect of the LIV is a more attractive feature for the golf professional than anything else.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Hence, when one of the questions was posed in the context of whether the LIV Golf money has converted Varner’s life in any way, the Ohio native had a two-word reply ready. He said, “Hell Yeah” and continued that those who say otherwise are “stupid“.
Shedding light on this thought of his, the LIV golfer said, “I get to help a lot of people.” This was his way of explaining the benefit of sound finances and stability in terms of spending the earned money. Apart from supporting others, the golfer believed the money allows him to do whatever he wishes whenever. This, he voiced, is the reason people work and take on a job.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Also Read: ‘I Cried for Three Days’ – Harold Varner III Reveals Epic Tiger Woods Story
What do you think of Harold Varner III’s opinion about the biggest misconception? Do you agree with his perspective concerning money? Let us know in the comments!