LIV Golf
Betting Guide
LIV Golf League
LIV Golf is the Saudi-backed rival to the PGA Tour, launched in 2022. It features a 54-hole, no-cut format with both individual and team competitions. Despite the controversy surrounding its launch, LIV Golf has attracted several major champions including Phil Mickelson, Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm, and Brooks Koepka.
What You Should Know
- 54-hole, no-cut format
- 13 teams of 4 players each
- Funded by Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund
- Most events held outside the US
- Framework agreement with PGA Tour still unresolved
How to Bet on LIV Golf
The main LIV Golf markets you'll find at any legal US sportsbook, with a one-line take on each.
Outright Winner
Pick the individual winner of a 54-hole, no-cut LIV event. Smaller field (54 players) means tighter outright payouts than the PGA Tour.
Team Winner
Unique to LIV: bet on which 4-player team wins the team competition. 13 teams compete each event, with payouts typically +600 to +2000 on contenders.
Head-to-Head
Two-player matchups over 54 holes. Often softer pricing than PGA Tour matchups because of less public attention.
Top 5 / Top 10
Place bets. With only 54 players in the field, Top 10 hits more than half the time on most majors-pedigree contenders.
LIV Golf Season Calendar
- Feb: Season kickoff
- Feb–Aug: Individual + team events worldwide
- Sep: Team Championship
- No off-season tournaments
Most-Bet LIV Golf Markets
The markets that drive the bulk of LIV Golf handle at US books.
- Outright winner
- Team winner
- Head-to-head matchups
- Top 5 / Top 10
LIV Golf Betting FAQ
How is LIV Golf different from the PGA Tour?
54 holes (no cut) vs 72 holes with a Friday cut. Smaller fields (54 vs 100-156 players). Includes a team competition alongside individual play. Backed by Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund.
Which players are on LIV Golf?
Major champions including Phil Mickelson, Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm, Brooks Koepka, Cameron Smith, and Joaquin Niemann. The roster has shifted as the framework agreement with the PGA Tour evolves.
Are LIV events bet at US sportsbooks?
Yes, but the menus are thinner than PGA Tour events. DraftKings and FanDuel offer outright winner, top finishes, and head-to-heads. Team competition odds are inconsistent.
Do LIV results count for OWGR (world ranking)?
Currently no. LIV Golf is not awarded Official World Golf Ranking points, which affects qualification for the four majors. Negotiations are ongoing.