‘Has Unlimited Pockets’: Donald Trump Remains Bullish on LIV Golf’s Survival

Donald Trump is a notable addition to the list of U.S. Presidents who love swinging the golf club. The former White House resident is an avid golfer who boasts decent gameplay as well. However, Trump is in the limelight currently due to his involvement with the Saudi-backed LIV Golf Invitational Series. Recently, he spoke about the same and shared his optimistic idea regarding the rival tour.

Donald Trump talks about LIV Golf Invitational Series

Trump talked about the new tour in a phone interview with the famous American author Micheal Bamberger. He is the author who recently wrote a piece for the Fire Pit Collective about why the 2022 PGA Championship venue shifted from Trump Bedminister to Southern Hills Country Club. Moreover, the interview detailed how he is optimistic that the LIV Golf Invitational Series will do well and that the new tour will attract various famous professionals.

Coming off rather bullish, Donald Trump even talked about the Saudis and their resources. He compared them to rich people like him and expressed how they love golf.

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Trump said, “Saudi Arabia loves golf. The top guys there love golf. They’re incredibly wanting to do this and they’re willing to spend. Everybody’s limited. All the rich guys you and I know are limited.”

He added, “We’re all limited, because we don’t wanna lose $100 million a year for the rest of our lives. Right? But Saudi Arabia has unlimited pockets, and it’s good for the country and it’s good for everything. I think a lot of people are gonna be showing up, to be honest with you.”

Trump’s words indicate that the LIV Golf Invitational has enough money to sustain itself easily. And with the huge prize money at stake, it will attract a lot of famous names in golf. Not to forget, Trump Bedminister will host the third event of the LIV Golf Invitational Series in mid-July. That is, of course, if the league moves forward as planned.

Which professionals have asked for a release from the PGA Tour?

Phil Mickelson is among the famous professionals who have asked for a release from the PGA Tour to play in the opening event of the rival tour. According to a report by the Telegraph, Phil has signed an agreement to play all eight events. He has also received $30 million upfront and can either play or return the money with some penalty.

Moreover, Sergio Garcia is another professional who has asked for a similar release. As a result, the Spanish professional will risk his Ryder Cup spot on the European team. Ian Poulter and Kevin Na have supposedly asked for a release to play at Centurion Club in June too. However, their requests were denied by the PGA tour.

Do you think they will play, despite being denied permission from the PGA Tour?

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