PGA Tour player director Webb Simpson believes it would be "very dangerous" for the US-based circuit not to complete a deal with the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund if it wants to look after its long-term health.
A recent $3 billion investment into the PGA Tour from the Strategic Sports Group - which could later include the PIF, subject to the necessary approval - has built upon the earlier June 6 framework agreement, but there is still a long way to go before the top players in men's professional golf are once again competing against each other a lot more regularly.
