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LIV Golf still waiting on approval from world ranking. OWGR reduces point for 54-hole events
The Official World Golf Ranking board is reviewing LIV Golf's points application amid concerns about player merit and reduced points for 54-hole events.
- On Dec 30, 2025, LIV Golf will end the year with no decision on whether the Official World Golf Ranking will approve the 54-man league, with the OWGR board still evaluating the late-June application.
- Meritocracy concerns have complicated LIV's bid for ranking points as OWGR chairman Trevor Immelman said most LIV players were invited rather than earning their way, while 54-hole events were not a major issue.
- The ranking body said 54-hole events will get 75% of the original field rating, while 36-hole events receive 50%, affecting European Tour and developmental circuits.
- Officials stressed ongoing, regular discussions as part of the review process; Trevor Immelman said, `We remain committed to the OWGR's mission, which requires honoring the meritocracy woven into the professional game` and OWGR will work closely with LIV.
- LIV begins its season Feb. 4 in Saudi Arabia and is moving to full-length events next season while hoping to join OWGR as the four major championships use those rankings for qualifying.
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LIV Golf still waiting on approval from world ranking. OWGR reduces point for 54-hole events
LIV Golf goes into 2026 still waiting to hear if the Official World Golf Ranking will approve its application. The OWGR has put out an end-of-year update.
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