Bryson DeChambeau has previously revealed his admiration for LIV Golf CEO Greg Norman, even before his switch from the PGA Tour to the rival league.
DeChambeau was one of the standout signings for Norman's LIV in its early days, making the move to the Saudi-backed league in June 2022. Since then, the Modesto-born golfer hasn't looked back, becoming a key figure in the LIV setup as it grows alongside the PGA Tour.
In 2024, DeChambeau had one of the most successful years of his career, clinching his second major championship with a thrilling win over Rory McIlroy at the US Open at Pinehurst No. 2 in June.
Just two months prior, the American also made waves at the Masters, having positioned himself as the 36-hole leader at Augusta National before eventually being overtaken by world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler over the weekend.
Once seen as a villain among golf enthusiasts, DeChambeau's popularity was evident at Augusta.
He also received support from his league CEO Norman, who bought a general admission ticket and roamed the grounds of Augusta to watch his players compete. When asked about what it was like to have the backing of his boss, DeChambeau couldn't praise the Australian enough.
Bryson DeChambeau has expressed his admiration for Greg Norman, saying: "I think it shows he cares, first off," and adding, "I've not had any poor interactions with Greg my entire career. He was with Cobra for a long time when I was with Cobra, as well, Cobra Puma, and he was always great to me and he's been great to me through LIV. I respect him coming out here and showing support.
"I just look at it as a sign that he cares and nothing more than that. And if people have a different perspective on that, then that's up for them to decide. But in my opinion, it just shows that he really cares about the game in general."
Despite Norman's commitment and his role in attracting players like DeChambeau to the LIV Golf series, rumours are swirling about his future as CEO of the controversial league. A recent Sports Business Journal report indicates that the league's backers, the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia (PIF), are on the hunt for a new chief executive to take over from Norman.
While speculation mounts that the former world No. 1 golfer will be stepping down, it is suggested that Norman will not be leaving the organisation entirely but will instead be moved to a different position within the company.
This development occurs amidst ongoing discussions between PIF and the PGA Tour regarding a potential agreement to resolve disputes within men's professional golf. Ever since LIV Golf emerged two years ago, backed by Saudi money, players who join the breakaway circuit have been barred from participating in PGA Tour events.
