Mark Steinberg, Tiger Woods’ agent, has cut ties with Thomas Pieters, who recently joined LIV Golf, a Saudi-backed golf league. The move comes as Woods has been vocal in his support for the PGA Tour and its fight with LIV.
The Move to LIV Golf
Thomas Pieters became the latest golfer to join LIV, alongside Danny Lee and Brendan Steele. At the time of the move, Pieters was ranked No. 34 in the world. The move to LIV Golf was seen as a surprise, as the league is not sanctioned by the PGA Tour.
Tiger Woods’ Support for the PGA Tour
Tiger Woods has been vocal in his support for the PGA Tour and its fight with LIV. Woods has been a long-time supporter of the PGA Tour and its players, and he has been vocal in his opposition to LIV Golf.
In a statement, Woods said, “I support the PGA Tour and its players, and I believe that the PGA Tour is the best platform for professional golfers to compete and grow their careers. I am opposed to any league that is not sanctioned by the PGA Tour.”
Mark Steinberg Cuts Ties with Thomas Pieters
In light of Woods’ support for the PGA Tour, Mark Steinberg, Woods’ agent, has cut ties with Thomas Pieters. Steinberg is no longer representing Pieters, and he has made it clear that he does not support Pieters’ decision to join LIV Golf.
The Impact of the Move
The move by Steinberg is likely to have a significant impact on Pieters’ career. Pieters is now without an agent, and he will have to find a new agent if he wishes to continue to compete at the highest level.
LIV Golf’s Response
LIV has responded to the news of Steinberg’s decision by saying that they respect the decision of Woods and Steinberg. They also said that they stand by their mission to provide a platform for professional golfers to compete and grow their careers.
The Future of LIV Golf
The future of LIV Golf is uncertain. The league has faced opposition from the PGA Tour, and now Tiger Woods and his agent have cut ties with one of their players. It remains to be seen how the league will be able to move forward in the face of such opposition.
The Response of Other Players
Other players have yet to respond to the news of Steinberg’s decision. However, some have been vocal in their support for the PGA Tour and its fight against LIV. Among them is Justin Thomas, who said, “I support the PGA Tour and its players and I believe that it is the best platform for professional golfers to compete and grow their careers. I am against any league that is not sanctioned by the PGA Tour.”
The Impact on the Game of Golf
The impact that this move will have on the game of golf remains to be seen. It is clear that Woods and Steinberg are opposed to LIV Golf, and it is likely that other players and agents will follow suit. There is no doubt that the PGA Tour will continue to fight against any league that is not sanctioned by them.
Ultimately, the future of LIV Golf is uncertain, and the impact on the game of golf as a whole is yet to be determined. The decisions made by Woods and Steinberg are likely to have far-reaching implications for the game of golf in the coming months and years.
The fight between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf has been intense, and it will continue to be closely watched by those in the golf world. With Woods and Steinberg now firmly on the side of the PGA Tour, the future of LIV Golf is looking increasingly uncertain.