Greg Norman Snubbed by R&A, Told to Buy His Own Ticket for The Open Championship

LIV Golf commissioner Greg Norman has been left in the cold by the R&A, with the Australian golf legend being told he will need to purchase his own ticket if he wants to attend The Open Championship this summer. Despite winning the prestigious tournament twice during his playing career, Norman’s involvement in the Saudi Arabia-backed breakaway tour has made him a controversial figure in the golf world.

While Norman is not banned from this year’s Open, he was notably excluded from the 150th Open celebrations in 2022 due to his role in the rift between LIV and the PGA Tour. The R&A’s decision to snub Norman was aimed at keeping the focus on the championship and its heritage.

Despite recent talks of a potential merger between LIV and other major tours, Norman remains on the outskirts of the traditional golf establishment. R&A corporate communications director Mike Woodcock made it clear that Norman was not on the invite list for this year’s event, suggesting he explore the resale market for tickets if he wishes to attend.

Norman, who recently attended The Masters as a fan, expressed his disappointment at being left out of the 150th Open guest list in 2022. However, he found success with LIV Golf’s tournament in Adelaide, where Brendan Steele claimed victory in front of enthusiastic crowds.

As Norman remains bullish about LIV Golf’s future, he sees the support from fans as validation of the tour’s mission. Despite the snub from the R&A, Norman’s focus remains on growing the game of golf globally and providing exciting opportunities for players and fans alike.