LIV Golf New Orleans Event Postponed; Refunds Expected
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New Orleans — LIV Golf and Louisiana officials announced this week that the June 25–28 tournament at Bayou Oaks at City Park has been postponed and is being explored for rescheduling in September or October. A source told Fox 8 on Monday the June event would not proceed, and AP reporting said state and LIV officials were coordinating new timing to avoid heat and scheduling conflicts.
State officials including Governor Jeff Landry and Louisiana Economic Development Secretary Bourgeois said the state paid $3.2 million, with $2 million allocated for park improvements and $1.2 million expected to be repaid by LIV Golf; Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser also questioned a reported $7 million allocation. LIV CEO Scott O'Neil had earlier assured staff the season would continue, and parties continue discussions about fall options.
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Timeline
- 1. Earlier this month: reports that Saudi funding for LIV Golf was pulled, creating uncertainty.
- 2. Approximately two weeks before reporting: LIV CEO Scott O'Neil assured staff the season would continue uninterrupted.
- 3. April 17: Gov. Jeff Landry was asked by local media whether the June event would proceed.
- 4. Monday (reported): Fox 8 and WDSU published that the June 25–28 Bayou Oaks event was expected to be moved.
- 5. Tuesday: State officials announced the event is postponed; Louisiana paid $3.2 million, $2 million for improvements and $1.2 million expected repaid.
Why it matters
The LIV Golf event postponement affects your summer plans. If you bought tickets, expect a refund. If you're a local, park improvements funded by the event are on hold. Keep an eye on new dates in the fall.
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