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PGA to merge with Saudi rival LIV in shock deal

Union will end seismic legal dispute between two golfing leagues

The deal underscores the Middle East kingdom’s monetary influence on the sporting world. Picture: Getty

The PGA tour will merge with Saudi rivals LIV Golf in a shock deal, ending the seismic legal dispute between the two leagues.

The two tours have signed an agreement today that will result in the foundation of a new joint enterprise. The agreement includes the DP World Tour, also known as the PGA European Tour, and underscores the Middle East kingdom’s monetary influence on the sporting world.

The battle between the two golfing leagues ...