The LIV Golf 2024 season is nearing its end! Every shot counts for the golfers, as only two events are left in the 2024 season, after the ongoing LIV Greenbrier. The pressure is certainly mounting on the players as they eye securing their spots for the 2025 season. Now, as the game heats up, a familiar face finds himself teetering on the edge of disaster. And one of them is seasoned veteran Pat Perez of Team Aces GC.

In a shocking turn of events, Pat Perez finds himself in uncharted territory, just above the drop zone. The 48-year-old’s fate hangs precariously in the balance as he sits in the 48th position on LIV Golf’s Individual standings. He had a T15 finish at LIV Las Vegas, T22 at LIV Jeddah, and a T14 place finish at LIV Nashville, he managed to scrape together 7.76 points from the 11 events he’s participated in. However, with only two events left to play, the margin for error is razor-thin. One misstep, and he’ll tumble into the drop zone, which could lead heartbreaking miss from the next LIV Golf season. To keep his place in the Saudi-funded league, he will have to go through an LIV Golf Promotions Event at the end of the season.

To make matters worse, his Aces GC team is also struggling to find its footing. Currently, they are languishing at the bottom of the standings at the LIV Golf Greenbrier. Even the presence of their illustrious captain, 2x major winner, Dustin Johnson, hasn’t been able to stem the tide, and the team’s dismal performance has only added to Perez’s woes. 

However, as things stand after round one in Greenbrier, Team Aces GC, with their 2-under score, currently sits in the last spot. Moreover, they are 18 shots behind the group leader, Smash GC, captained by Brooks Koepka. The task ahead seems monumental, but Aces GC needs a miraculous turnaround to turn the tides in their favor and ultimately help their teammate avoid the relegation zone.

With this being said, can Perez pull off a miraculous escape by giving exceptional performances as he did in 2023?

Pat Perez looks for inspiration from his 2023 season

In 2023, Aces GC dominated the LIV Golf, finishing on the top with 192 points. For Perez, it was a kind of season that he will remember for years to come. The three-time PGA Tour champion’s performance was a highlight, as he showcased his skill and dedication to the game.

The 48-year-old finished the season in 28th place, but it was his top-10 finishes that stood out. A 6th-place finish at LIV Golf Adelaide was his best individual performance for the Aces. Furthermore, his two 7th-place finishes at Mayakoba and London showcased his consistency at the top level. Add to those four top-20 finishes, and you can say that Perez was on fire.

But as of now, Pat Perez’s next season is on the line. Will he become the latest casualty of LIV Golf’s ruthless relegation system? Or will he fly past the hurdles? Only time will tell. Until then, let us know what you think of his chances in the comments section below.