LIV Golf’s 2024 season is set to culminate its international journey at the JCB Golf & Country Club in Staffordshire from July 26-28. This 54-hole event, featuring a field of 56 participants, marks the final tournament outside the United States for the year. With its inception in June 2022 at Hertfordshire’s Centurion Club, LIV Golf has rapidly expanded, adding multiple global stops over the past two years.
This year’s UK edition promises an impressive lineup of talent, including Ryder Cup stars Tyrrell Hatton and Jon Rahm, both making their debut at a UK LIV Golf event. The field also boasts several Major champions such as Bryson DeChambeau, Cam Smith, Brooks Koepka, Sergio Garcia, and Phil Mickelson, making it one of the most competitive facets of the season.
Leading the individual standings is Joaquin Niemann, captain of Torque GC, who has showcased exceptional performance with two victories and six top-10 finishes. Hot on his heels is Jon Rahm, captain of Legion XIII, with consistent top-10 standings across all nine tournaments held thus far.
English golf fans will have plenty to cheer for, with six notable home-grown players in the mix. Tyrrell Hatton, allied with Jon Rahm’s Legion XIII, consistently performs, placing within the top 24 in the season’s initial ten tournaments. Richard Bland, a recent winner at the Senior PGA Championship and US Senior Open, competes for Cleeks GC. Paul Casey, a regular top-10 finisher, is a significant figure for Crushers GC. Lee Westwood and Ian Poulter, both co-captains of Majesticks GC, bring their celebrated careers and Ryder Cup experiences to the field. Additionally, Sam Horsfield, who recently almost clinched victory in Nashville, represents the up-and-coming talent on the tour.
The event venue, JCB Golf & Country Club, opened in 2018, is recognized for its challenging course designed by Robin Hiseman. The 7,308-yard, par 72 layout is built on a 240-acre site next to JCB’s headquarters. Known for its varied landscapes, the course features key holes such as the 244-yard island green at the 17th, a significant test for the players, alongside drivable par-4s at the 2nd and 12th holes and the challenging 506-yard 6th hole playing as a par 4.
For those looking to attend, limited hospitality tickets are available, with Saturday’s Birdie Shack priced at £180 and Sunday’s Gallery Club tickets at £245, purchasable through livgolf.com. Enthusiasts can also catch the action live, thanks to free streaming available on the LIV Golf YouTube channel, with tee times set for 2.15 pm each day from Friday, July 12, to Sunday, July 14.
As LIV Golf grows in prominence, the 2024 UK event serves not only as a pivotal competition for determining season rankings but also as a showcase of top golfing talent in a prestigious and challenging setting. The participation of celebrated international players and local stars promises a thrilling experience for spectators and a significant marker in the tour’s evolving history.
