LIV Golf’s Successful Trip to Australia: Record Attendance and Dramatic Finish
LIV Golf’s trip to Australia once again proved to be a massive success, with the home crowd treated to a thrilling final round that culminated in victory for the All-Aussie Ripper GC. The tournament, held at The Grange, saw a record-breaking attendance of over 94,000 fans across the three days, making it the highest ever turnout for LIV Golf.
The return to Australian soil was a triumphant one for LIV Golf, with the breakaway league enjoying one of its most successful weeks since its inception in June 2022. The event in Australia surpassed the popularity of the previous year, with record-breaking ticket sales and an electrifying atmosphere throughout the tournament.
The highlight of the week came on Sunday, as The Grange hosted LIV Golf’s first-ever team playoff. The all-Australian Ripper GC, led by former world No. 2 Cam Smith, emerged victorious after a thrilling showdown with their Stinger rivals, securing the team title. Additionally, HyFlyers star Brendan Steele claimed his first LIV title by winning the individual event.
The success of LIV Golf in Australia highlights the growing demand for top-level golf in the country, with the breakaway league filling a void left by the PGA Tour. LIV’s Aussie native CEO Greg Norman expressed his pride in the event’s success, thanking the Australian fans for their support and emphasizing the importance of team golf in the sport’s future.
Norman’s message to the league’s doubters was clear: the rise of LIV Golf in Australia has proven the value of the circuit and its unique approach to the game. With record attendance and a thrilling conclusion to the tournament, LIV Golf’s trip Down Under was a resounding success that left fans eagerly anticipating next year’s event.