Greg Norman has officially signalled the end of his controversial spell as the figurehead of LIV Golf while promising he has another adventure ahead at the age of 70.<\/p>\n
The Australian golfing \u201cGreat White Shark\u201d signed off from the Saudi-backed tour that he did so much to launch by declaring in a social media post on Thursday (US time) that it had changed the golfing world over \u201cfour unforgettable years\u201d.<\/p>\n
Norman was the original face of LIV Golf as its CEO when it launched back in 2021 amid much rancour, dividing the game. He helped the lucrative new tour lure away major figures such as Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm, Phil Mickelson, Brooks Koepka and Dustin Johnson from the PGA Tour.<\/p>\n
Indeed, on his Instagram post, he even used a photo of himself sharing in a \u201cshoey\u201d with one of his most famous signings, fellow Australian British Open champion Cameron Smith.<\/p>\n
But his influence had diminished rapidly after he was perceived as a divisive figure while the PGA Tour and LIV Golf started on the road to rapprochement over the past couple of years. He was replaced by Scott O\u2019Neill as CEO in January.<\/p>\n
Norman\u2019s contract ended last month but it still felt a surprise when he offered a lengthy post, effectively putting the seal on his time at LIV.<\/p>\n
\u201cAfter four unforgettable years, I have officially closed out my time with LIV Golf, and reflecting with nothing but gratitude, pride and achievement,\u201d it read.<\/p>\n
\u201cTogether, we built a movement that changed the game globally. We created opportunities for both players and fans and broaden the ecosystem of golf.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe truly globalised the game and expanded golf\u2019s reach to fans around the world. We brought entertainment, innovation and private equity into golf (including to the PGA Tour) positioning the sport as an asset class. It\u2019s been an incredible chapter and I\u2019m so proud of what we accomplished.<\/p>\n
\u201cMy commitment to do what was and still is, the right thing for golf, the players and fans never wavered.<\/p>\n
\u201cThank you to everyone who has been part of the journey with me during this time. I\u2019ll always look back on this time with great fulfilment and appreciation.\u201d<\/p>\n
Where the two-time major winner will go next remains unknown but the tireless 70-year-old is still part of the Brisbane Olympic Games organising committee as an independent director.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs for what\u2019s next \u2026 stay tuned!\u201d Norman teased in his post.<\/p>\n
\u201cExciting times ahead. Onward to the next adventure.\u201d<\/p>\n
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