What's happened
LIV Golf's bid to have its players earn ranking points has been unanimously rejected by the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) due to concerns about the format.
Why it matters
The rejection is significant as it affects the ability of LIV Golf's players to be ranked against other tours and impacts their eligibility for major championships.
What the papers say
The Guardian emphasizes concerns about the tournament format and limited access for players to join LIV Golf. The Times highlights the technical reasons for the rejection, citing the 54-hole, no-cut format and the 48-man field as key concerns. AP News echoes the technical reasons for rejection and the self-evident ability of LIV Golf players to be ranked.
How we got here
LIV Golf's bid to earn OWGR points was submitted in July 2022 and has been a source of contention throughout golf's civil war.
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