Golfers who play on the Saudi-backed breakaway LIV Golf tour will be allowed to be in the United States Ryder Cup team, the PGA announces.

US OPEN champion Bryson DeChambeau or any other American playing for LIV Golf is eligible for the Ryder Cup because the Saudi-funded tour is now included among nine tours that get PGA of America membership. Kerry Haigh, the interim CEO of the PGA of America, said Thursday their participation in…

:LIV Golf players have been deemed eligible to compete in the PGA Championship and for U.S. Ryder Cup teams going forward, the PGA of America said on Thursday.The PGA of America said its board made the decision as a way to ensure the year's second major can have the strongest field possible while future U.S.

People involved in the Saudi-backed series were previously banned from these events.

The PGA of America have explained that LIV Golf players will be able to compete on Team USA at next year's Ryder Cup where they will host the Europeans at Bethpage Black

The PGA of America ensured those aligned with LIV Golf will be able to participate in significant events

The PGA says its decision to permit the golfers to play in the PGA Championship and Ryder Cup is in the best interests of golf. The truth is likely murkier.