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Peter Uihlein withdraws from LIV Golf lawsuit against PGA tour

The withdrawal of Peter Uihlein from LIV golf lawsuit latest developments and the role of Yasir Al-Rumayyan

by Rohit Jambhulkar
May 5, 2023 / 19:09 GMT
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The world of golf has been thrown into disarray due to the LIV Golf Tour’s formation and the controversy surrounding it. Eleven players filed a lawsuit against the PGA Tour, challenging their suspensions for joining the Saudi-backed tour in August of 2022.

They claimed that the PGA Tour did not have the right to take disciplinary action against them for joining LIV Golf. However, the latest development in this saga is that Peter Uihlein has removed his name from the lawsuit, leaving just two of the original 11 players involved in the legal battle.

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Peter Uihlein‘s decision to withdraw from the lawsuit has surprised many, as he was one of the most vocal critics of the PGA Tour’s stance on LIV Golf. In the initial complaint filed in August 2022, Uihlein joined other golfing stars such as Phil Mickelson, Bryson DeChambeau, and Ian Poulter in challenging their suspensions by the PGA Tour. However, Uihlein’s voluntary dismissal as a plaintiff signals a shift in the players’ strategy in their fight against the PGA Tour.

The lawsuit, which challenges the PGA Tour’s disciplinary actions against players who joined LIV Golf, has been closely monitored by golf enthusiasts worldwide. It cites the Tour’s lack of authority and anti-competitive behavior as key issues. As the legal battle continues, the golfing world eagerly awaits this landmark case’s outcome.

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The role of Yasir Al-Rumayyan in the Formation of LIV Golf and the Controversy

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Yasir Al-Rumayyan (Image via zimbio)

At the center of the LIV Golf controversy is Yasir Al-Rumayyan, a member of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s inner circle. Al-Rumayyan has played a crucial role in the formation of LIV Golf and is considered the mastermind behind the Saudi-backed tour.

Sources familiar with the organization reveal that Al-Rumayyan and Majed Al Sorour had the final say in LIV Golf/Golf Saudi matters, despite Greg Norman’s public-facing role as the leader of LIV Golf. Earlier this year, Al Sorour transitioned out as LIV Golf’s managing director.

The involvement of Al-Rumayyan in the LIV Golf controversy has raised eyebrows among golf fans and industry insiders. Given the country’s human rights record, many have questioned the ethics of partnering with a Saudi-backed organization.

Others have expressed concerns about the impact of LIV Golf on the existing golfing ecosystem. As the legal battle between the players and the PGA Tour continues, Al-Rumayyan and other Saudi officials’ role in forming LIV Golf remains a contentious issue.

JUST IN: Peter Uihlein has withdrawn from the LIV v. PGA Tour lawsuit.

That leaves just Matt Jones and Bryson DeChambeau as the only remaining golfer-plaintiffs. pic.twitter.com/ud76clVrsd

— John Nucci (@JNucci23) May 4, 2023

Peter Uihlein’s withdrawal from the LIV Golf lawsuit against the PGA Tour is a significant development in the ongoing controversy surrounding the Saudi-backed tour. The players’ antitrust lawsuit against the PGA Tour According to golfdigest, challenges the Tour’s disciplinary actions against players who joined LIV Golf.

The involvement of Yasir Al-Rumayyan in the formation of LIV Golf has also been a cause for concern among golf fans and industry insiders. As the legal battle continues, the golfing world eagerly anticipates this landmark case’s outcome with bated breath.

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