Controversial American Bryson DeChambeau has denied speculation he’s quitting the PGA Tour, amid reports he’s been offered a staggering sum of money to join the Saudi-backed Super Golf League.
The No Laying Up podcast claims DeChambeau has told other players he will no longer play on the PGA Tour.
The 28-year-old has been linked with the Super Golf League, with claims earlier this month he’d been offered $190 million to sign up. DeChambeau said on social media that this was “wrong” although he could have simply been referring to the amount, not the idea itself.
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In response to the reports that he’ll no longer play in the United States, the 2020 US Open champion confirmed he would skip this week’s tournament at the famed Riviera Country Club, but said his future schedule is yet to be decided.
“I am very disappointed to miss the @thegenesisinv this week at one of my favorite golf courses on tour,” he tweeted.
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“I am currently in the process of rehabbing a hip and hand injury, which I am making positive progress on day by day.
“There are many false reports going around by the media that are completely inaccurate.
“Any news regarding my health or playing schedule will come directly from me and my team only. This is just another inaccurate report. I look forward to getting healthy and seeing everyone soon!”
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DeChambeau was forced to withdraw from the Saudi International earlier this month due to the hip injury, which some have speculated is the result of his intense weight gain in recent years.
He is due to defend his title at the Arnold Palmer Invitational next month.
Australia’s Greg Norman is the figurehead of the Super Golf League, which has attracted interest from the likes of Phil Mickelson and Lee Westwood.
The new circuit is rumoured to be offering weekly purses of $28 million, with no cut, ensuring every player earns a cheque, and a team component to the competition.
Westwood confirmed recently he’s signed a non-disclosure agreement that prevents him discussing details of the league, but said last year it would be a “no-brainer” for him to accept a multi-million dollar deal if it was offered.
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