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LIV Golf's Smash GC Rebrands as OKGC, First U.S.-Market-Aligned Franchise
Talor Gooch will lead the team as LIV Golf says the rebrand creates its first franchise directly tied to a U.S. market.
- On Tuesday, LIV Golf rebranded Smash GC as OKGC, establishing Oklahoma as the Saudi-funded circuit's first franchise directly aligned with a U.S. market.
- The Saudi-funded circuit aims to create regional opportunities for partnerships, merchandise, and fan engagement, selecting Oklahoma for its deep golf roots and successful collegiate pipeline.
- Midwest City native Talor Gooch, the 2023 LIV Golf Individual Champion, will captain the team alongside 2010 U.S. Open winner Graeme McDowell, Jason Kokrak, and Harold Varner III.
- Competing under this new identity, OKGC will debut at the May 7-10 LIV Golf Virginia event at Trump National Golf Club in Washington.
- LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil guaranteed the 2026 season will continue at "full throttle," stating the league is funded and operating as usual despite reports questioning its stability.
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