Martin Kaymer has been revealed as the mystery former world No. 1 set to make the switch to the Saudi-backed Golf League, according to the Telegraph. The newly introduced LIV Golf Invitational Series has caused all sorts of controversies in recent months, and has been labelled as Saudi Arabian sportswashing, with the series funded by the Saudi state.
In spite of the contentious saga a number of players have requested to compete on the breakaway circuit, with German star Kaymer the next name poised to make the switch. The 37-year-old reached the top of the world back in 2011 after winning the PGA Championship one year prior.
Kaymer then added a second major title to his resume in 2014 after collecting the US Open title at Pinehurst. Despite this, the German has failed to win on Tour since winning the PGA Grand Slam of Golf that same year.
