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Pro leaps to defence of DP World Tour over LIV Golf

Pro leaps to defence of DP World Tour over LIV Golf

Golf’s ongoing power struggle between the established tours and LIV Golf has divided the sport.

The DP World Tour has faced criticism for joining and then strengthening a “strategic alliance” with the PGA Tour – including from high-profile caddie Ian Finnis, who carries for Tommy Fleetwood.

However, the tour also has its fair share of supporters. French pro Mike Lorenzo-Vera is among the most vocal.

The 37-year-old took part in a Q&A on Twitter on Sunday evening where he answered questions about the current state of the battle between the main tours and the Saudi-backed circuit.

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Replying to a number of users, Lorenzo-Vera accused LIV Golf of “trying to kill” the DP World and PGA tours.

He defended the partnership between the tours, claiming: “The DP World Tour is planning long-term.”

He added he was “trying to protect the organisation that helped me have a fantastic living for the last 15 years”.

Read the full thread below…

Lorenzo-Vera is one of the most notable critics of the LIV Series, regularly calling out golfers…

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