Many were surprised to see Kevin Na quit the PGA Tour ahead of joining a Saudi-funded rival competition, and LIV Golf Series CEO Greg Norman was among them.
The PGA has been explicit in its intent to sanction accredited players who choose to participate in the 'Saudi Golf League', which is slated to put on eight invitational events this year. The Centurion Club in St. Albans, Hertfordshire, will host the inaugural tournament starting June 9, with a total of 47 players expected to compete.
Rather than risk litigation from the PGA Tour, Na recently announced he was 'exercising his right as a free agent' to cut ties with the body. The likes of Dustin Johnson, Sergio Garcia and Lee Westwood are also confirmed to feature in the LIV Golf Series but have not quit the PGA Tour.