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PGA Tour Secures Billion Investment, Players Become Owners

Jordan Spieth answers questions during a news conference at the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am golf tournament in Pebble Beach, Calif., Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)

In a groundbreaking development for the professional golf world, the PGA Tour has announced a $3 billion investment from Strategic Sports Group (SSG). This deal holds significant implications for players, as it grants them access to more than $1.5 billion as equity owners in the newly formed PGA Tour Enterprises.

This move comes after the PGA Tour signed a framework agreement with the Saudi backers of LIV Golf, a commercial venture that has made waves in the industry. The involvement of private equity groups in this agreement has sparked further interest and paved the way for SSG's minority partnership.

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