The LIV Golf League has submitted its latest attempt to become a recognized circuit with the Official World Golf Ranking board, almost two years after it was previously turned down for the same request.
The OWGR board confirmed the news via a statement released on social media on Friday, July 11, with chairman Trevor Immelman revealing the review process is already underway.
An OWGR statement read: “The Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) received an application from LIV Golf seeking inclusion in the OWGR system on [Monday] June 30, 2025, and the review process has commenced.
“The OWGR Board is committed to a thorough evaluation process of all applications, and LIV’s application will be reviewed in accordance with OWGR’s criteria to ensure fairness, integrity and consistency.
“We appreciate the interest of LIV Golf – and all Tours – in contributing to the global landscape of men’s professional golf through OWGR. Further updates will be provided as the review progresses.”
Statement from Trevor Immelman, Chairman, OWGR Board of Directorshttps://t.co/EDzoFQsaWH#OWGR#OfficialWorldGolfRanking pic.twitter.com/mBrAOhyGfKJuly 11, 2025
LIV’s first attempt at becoming part of the primary ranking system in men’s professional arrived shortly after the PIF-backed tour was officially launched during the summer of 2022.
However, it was initially rebuffed because of multiple concerns over aspects like its format and lack of performance-based turnover.
In an attempt to navigate some of the potential issues, LIV struck up a strategic alliance with the developmental MENA Tour while nearly all of its full-time players signed a letter to former OWGR chairman Peter Dawson pleading for it to be granted eligibility.
The 54-hole league also went on to expand its relegation system in 2023 as well as launching its inaugural LIV Golf Promotions event which carried on into 2024.
Nevertheless, Dawson and co. failed to change their stance on LIV’s eligibility – although, the ex-OWGR chief did state that there could be scope for a u-turn in the future.
PIF chairman, Yasir Al-Rumayyan (left) and former OWGR chairman, Peter Dawson
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Speaking to Global Golf Post, Dawson said: “If LIV could find a way to come up with a more open competition style and…
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