Bryson DeChambeau Eyes YouTube Focus if LIV Golf Loses Saudi Funding

DeChambeau stated he is considering shifting his focus to his YouTube channel if LIV Golf does not continue beyond the current season. The Saudi Public Investment Fund plans to end its financial backing of LIV Golf after this season, according to reports.

DeChambeau, 32, joined LIV Golf in 2022 and now faces questions about his career path. DeChambeau told ESPN on Tuesday that he aims to grow his YouTube channel significantly, potentially tripling its size or more. He mentioned interest in dubbing content in different languages to reach a wider audience.

The channel has gained popularity among younger golf fans in recent years.

A return to the PGA Tour could involve penalties for DeChambeau due to his involvement in LIV Golf. He described any possible punishment as unfortunate but did not provide specifics. Reports indicate DeChambeau discussed a pathway back to the PGA Tour with officials during the Masters.

DeChambeau was among 11 golfers who sued the PGA Tour in a federal antitrust lawsuit in 2022, alleging monopolistic practices. He withdrew from the suit in May 2023. The lawsuit claimed the PGA Tour unfairly punished players who joined LIV Golf.

DeChambeau said the Saudi Public Investment Fund's decision to pull funding was completely shocking. He had been informed earlier that financing would continue through at least 2032. DeChambeau noted a lack of communication since then, with developments moving in a different direction.

“I think, from my perspective, I’d love to grow my YouTube channel three times, maybe even more," DeChambeau told ESPN on Tuesday ahead of this week’s LIV Golf Virginia event at Trump National. The LIV Golf Virginia event is scheduled at Trump National this week, where DeChambeau is participating. If LIV Golf ends, DeChambeau indicated he might appear in select tournaments that invite him. The situation leaves many LIV Golf players facing uncertainty about their futures.”