This time a year ago the LIV Golf Tour did not exist as we know it today. At this time a year ago there was nothing more than ‘Saudi Golf Tour’ rumors of powerful financial backers luring away the PGA Tour’s best and brightest.
Admittedly, I did not think there were room for two major professional golf tours. But it’s clear the LIV Golf Tour is here to stay as it has attracted some of the biggest names in the history of the sport.
For those that aren’t fully aware of why the upstart LIV Golf Tour was viewed as controversial by many, this video is for you. It’s also for golf fans, Joe Rogan fans, and Andrew Santino fans looking for a comedic respite from the day’s news. Here they break down the ‘LIV Golf vs. PGA Tour’ controversial divide.
Andrew Santino makes valid points. He acknowledges how some of the younger guys on the PGA Tour didn’t like the antiquated nature of the sport and wanted something with “more freedom and fun” so they jumped ship.
There’s nothing wrong with that whatsoever. Everyone should seek new opportunities in life if they’re dissatisfied and in a place to seek out change.
Criticism surrounding the LIV Golf Tour, however, is that it’s Saudi funded. Rogan asks “what’s the big controversy? It’s Saudi money.”
It’s at this point that Andrew Santino discusses how much Saudi Arabian money touches. He asks them to Google ‘Saudi money LPGA’ and goes on to say the “investment of the Saudis isn’t a new thing in American sports.”
Santino says “the PGA in particular is mad because they look (are) looking something in the face that’s threatening them.” He then acknowledges that LIV Golf will never be bigger than the PGA Tour, calling it “an alternatives that’s fun (and) people like it.”
Joe Rogan chimes in with “what people are concerned with is that people (golfers) are leaving. And they’re going to work for someone that’s being accused of some horrific s–t.”
Santino counters with “sure, but who made your jeans?” Joe Rogan wants everyone to know he is wearing American-made jeans. They then come to mutual ground by agreeing that most people are lodging complaints about the state of things and making those complaints on a “device that was literally made by slaves.”
It’s at this point that Joe Rogan brings up how “WWE fans are freaking out” after rumors that Saudi Backed money is going to purchase WWE. After that, they discuss how players wanted a change. Rogan points out the anger over Jamal Khashoggi’s brutal murder. Then they turn to a discussion about capitalism and consequences.
For anyone wondering what the Saudi operated Public Investment Fund has invested in, it’s not hard to find. You can just peruse the Wiki page for an overview if you’re bored.
Investments obviously include the LIV Golf Tour but also Capcom, Nexon, Boeing, Facebook/Meta, Citigroup, Disney, Bank of America, Berkshire Hathaway, BP, Uber, and others.
Ian Poulter Rages After Ryder Cup Doesn’t Wish LIV Golf’s Sergio Garcia Happy Birthday
In other LIV Tour news, Ryder Cup legend and current LIV Golf tour member Sergio Garcia turned 43 years old on January 9th. El Niño holds the Ryder Cup record for the most individual match wins with 25 and has appeared in every Ryder Cup since 1999 other than 2010.
LIV Golf star Ian Poulter wanted the European Ryder Cup social media admin to put some R-E-S-P-E-C-T on Sergio Garcia‘s name. Ian Poulter was raging on Twitter that the European Ryder Cup Twitter account didn’t wish Sergio Garcia a happy 43rd birthday.
Responding to a tweet about Francisco Molinari, Ian Poulter sounded off:
What’s really an “incredible touch” is the Players that helped build the @RyderCupEurope Brand with other players as well. You just can’t bring yourself to say a simple Happy Birthday. @TheSergioGarcia B’day Yesterday. Unfortunately this says so much. 🤷🏼♂️
— Ian Poulter (@IanJamesPoulter) January 10, 2023
His tweet reads “What’s really an “incredible touch” is the Players that helped build the @RyderCupEurope Brand with other players as well. You just can’t bring yourself to say a simple Happy Birthday. @TheSergioGarcia B’day Yesterday. Unfortunately, this says so much.”
Imagine caring that a Twitter account didn’t wish your friend a happy birthday and caring so much you publicly complain online:
Really have no strong feelings either way about Liv or the PGA tour. You’re all free to play on whatever your you choose and I’ll be watching both. All this crying like babies about who gets a happy birthday wish from a Twitter account is a bit boring and quite pathetic, though.
— ⛳️ Michael (@MlCHAELconnolly) January 10, 2023
Obviously, Ian Poulter’s comment didn’t go unnoticed by golf fans.
How on earth are you getting rattled about a birthday message given how much you sold out for. Enjoy the money then go retire on a beach in a few years, that's what the deal was.
— Liam (@thatmonokid) January 11, 2023
Goes both ways Ian. The Ryder Cup made you as much as you made the Ryder Cup.
You’ve chosen money over legacy, made your bed, so to speak. This is the unfortunate consequence.
— Dan Rutherford (@randomranger) January 11, 2023
Ian Poulter then appeared to have a little fun with it
After his colleagues started tagging him in other tweets, Ian Poulter at least had some jokes of his own:
Just highlighting the orders that have been given from the Top down.. #pettypelley 🤣
— Ian Poulter (@IanJamesPoulter) January 11, 2023
It’s alright Eddie they’ll pay for another commercial to celebrate yours 🤣🤣🤣🤣 #Goldenchildinviteking
— Ian Poulter (@IanJamesPoulter) January 11, 2023
Hahahaha don’t worry I will remind everyone when that 50 rolls around
— Ian Poulter (@IanJamesPoulter) January 11, 2023
At least he’s able to joke about it after what appeared to be a rage-filled tweet at the European Ryder Cup’s Twitter account.