Henrik Stenson is in contention to collect a cool £4million in prize money on his LIV Golf debut in the wake of his controversial decision to snub the Ryder Cup captaincy in exchange for a LIV spot. Stenson found himself at the centre of the saga that has split the golfing world, after being stripped as European skipper when joining the breakaway circuit.
The Swede’s contentious switch was confirmed earlier this month, and in doing so saw the end of his reign as Team Europe’s main man just four months after being given the role. In a statement revealing the expected news, Stenson said: “Unfortunately my decision to play in LIV events has triggered Ryder Cup Europe to communicate that it is not possible for me to continue in my role as Ryder Cup captain.
"This is despite me making specific arrangements with LIV golf, who have been supportive of my role as captain, to ensure I could fulfil the obligations of the captaincy.
