The new Saudi tour starts on Thursday. The organizers try everything to convince top star Tiger Woods to take part – without success.
A sum so breathtaking that some people lack the imagination for it – but money can no longer lure someone like Tiger Woods. Even a “high nine-digit amount” could not convince the world star of the new Saudi tour. At least if you want to believe Greg Norman, chairman of the controversial tournament series.
Phil Mickelson, on the other hand, grabbed it. He announced via Twitter that he had signed a deal with LIV Golf Investments. As early as Thursday he will compete in the first tournament of the series near London. Mickelson, who has not played since February, is “ready to return to the game I love. After 32 years, this new path is a fresh start.”
Woods refuses to be lured
One who has it all financially. According to media reports, it is $ 200 million just for the participation of the six-time major winner. A hefty sum, but apparently miles away from what Woods was offered. Because the “high nine-digit” number that Norman spoke of in an interview with the Washington Post leaves room for plenty of speculation, ranging up to almost a billion US dollars.
But Woods had already emphasized in May that the PGA Tour is a “legacy” that he believes has a lot to offer. Mickelson’s priorities appear to be different.