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Tour pro says Tiger and Rory are not doing enough to stop LIV Golf

Published

2 years ago

Aug 1, 2022

In an interview with The Irish Times, DP World Tour player Mike Lorenzo-Vera shared his belief that taking down LIV Golf would be a fairly straightforward task.

Related: Phil Mickelson’s LIV heckler is revealed…and here’s what happened next

Speaking about players who haven’t been as vocal as they should in his view, the Frenchman told the publication:

“I’m very surprised about the silence. Use your social network. What are you doing? Go ahead. Speak.”

“The [DP World Tour] players are totally against the way the players go there and come back and particularly the way they go to the law to try to avoid the fines. There are a lot of people who are on the same page.

“They are taking the money and they are just laughing in the face of people.

“The players are against the way LIV Golf is doing it. They are just scared that negative comments could come back to them. It’s time to stand up and show the European Tour has history and the players are not just little brats.”

Related: LPGA major champ hits out at Bubba Watson and his wife over decision to join LIV

According to the 37-year-old, if Tiger Woods or Rory McIlroy spoke out more strongly against LIV Golf, they could severely limit what the Greg Norman-backed golf series would be able to accomplish.

However, in his mind both Tiger and Rory have been “too soft” in their stance, although per the publication, he admits it’s trickier for them due to their high profiles.

“If Tiger and Rory really wanted to take it down, they could. If they really want to, they could talk like myself, Robert MacIntyre or Billy Horschel for example. If they start to show their anger, I think they can do a great job by limiting what’s going on.”

Lorenzo-Vera also took some shots at Greg Norman, saying:

“They are throwing huge money to steal players because Norman is angry at the tours. It’s his last shot, how old is he 70 something?”

Lorenzo-Vera has been very outspoken on Twitter about his disdain for LIV Golf in recent months.

Very strange… in my opinion , only guys that looked like proper persons didn’t go to that laughable « Tour » https://t.co/z8AQpT2RMN

— Mike Lorenzo-Vera (@MikeLorenzoVer1) July 28, 2022

It would be nice to hear other players that thinks all of this LIV golf is a joke and the attitude of the players going there is unacceptable. Because @PepperellEddie and I , is not enough to show how much the @DPWorldTour family stands against it.

— Mike Lorenzo-Vera (@MikeLorenzoVer1) July 20, 2022

Lorenzo-Vera didn’t hold back when sharing his opinion on the statement Henrik Stenson released after abandoning the Ryder Cup to join LIV Golf.

It’s nice to see lawyers write instead of the player… it feels so honest. What a disappointing behavior… what a bunch of bullshit… thank you to drop the team Henrik. Great role model… https://t.co/XZtG6ivO5E

— Mike Lorenzo-Vera (@MikeLorenzoVer1) July 20, 2022

He’s also said via Twitter that he hasn’t talked to any player who’s joined LIV Golf since they’ve left.

No , I just can’t.

— Mike Lorenzo-Vera (@MikeLorenzoVer1) July 3, 2022

There have been plenty of differing opinions on LIV Golf since its inception, but Mike Lorenzo-Vera has made his crystal clear.

LET pro gives detailed financial breakdown of first week on tour…and the net result may shock you

Published

9 hours ago

Apr 26, 2024

Matt Vincenzi

On Friday morning, Ladies European Tour player, Hannah Gregg, took to social media to share her weekly expenses playing on the LET.

Expenses of my first week on Ladies European Tour:
Flights: $2600
Work Visa: $350
Food: $377
Caddie: $0 because I have an amazing Fiancé
Hotel: $0 because @GregChalmersPGA sorted me host housing for the week! ?
Rental Car: +0 because the Tour Tee guys GAVE me their car ??…

— Hannah Gregg (@hannahbggg) April 26, 2024

“Expenses of my first week on Ladies European Tour: Flights: $2600 Work Visa: $350

Food: $377
Caddie: $0 because I have an amazing Fiancé
Hotel: $0 because @GregChalmersPGA sorted me host housing for the week!
Rental Car: +0 because the Tour Tee guys GAVE me their car
Gas: $165
Entry Fee: $130
Lounge Pass for caddie: $50
Gym: $0
Yardage book: $0
Total expenses: $3672

Made cut, finished 54th, total earned: $1244 Factor in 35% tax on earnings. To break even, needed to finish 24th. To make money, 21st. Guess we have our goals laid out for next event!”

When factoring in Gregg’s free housing, free caddie and free rental car, it’s evident that most LET players would have to finish well inside of the top-20 to make any money.

With ridiculous amounts of money being thrown around in professional golf these days, it’s important to remember the other side of the coin as well. There are countless professionals out there who struggle to get by on their golf salary.

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54-hole golf tour deemed eligible for OWGR points…but it’s not LIV

Published

1 day ago

Apr 25, 2024

Matt Vincenzi

After a seventeen-month application process, a 54-hole golf tour was deemed eligible for OWGR points.

Unfortunately, for LIV Golf and their fans, it was the Clutch Pro Tour.

After the decision, which is effective immediately, OWGR chairman Peter Dawson issued a statement.

“This is a significant milestone for golf, and OWGR is deeply encouraged by the achievement and the continued efforts in developing the sport of golf in the United Kingdom.”

“We look forward to watching the progress of the Clutch Pro Tour as it continues to play a key role in the development of players from the region,” Dawson added.

OWGR Announcement
Read more here – https://t.co/7J4bFpawqv #OWGR #OfficialWorldGolfRanking pic.twitter.com/ZfBJWCFAm8

— OWGR (@OWGRltd) April 25, 2024

The Clutch Pro Tour operates in the United Kingdom and features a 36-hole cut. It also has an open qualifying school.

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Charlie Woods attempting to qualify for spot at 2024 U.S. Open

Published

2 days ago

Apr 25, 2024

Matt Vincenzi

As first reported by Bob Harig of Sports Illustrated, Charlie Woods will be attempting to qualify for this year’s U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2.

The first stage of qualifying for this year’s tournament will be an 18-hole local event on Thursday, April 25th, in Port St. Lucie, Florida.

There will be 84 players in the field, five of which will reach the 36-hole qualifier that will take place in June.

Earlier this season, Charlie attempted to qualify for the Cognizant Classic, and struggled, shooting an 86.

If the younger Woods is able to qualify, he will tee it up in the same field as his father in a few months at one of the more historic U.S. Open venues.