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The Future of Breakaway Leagues

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The Impact of Breakaway Leagues on Golf Structure

The chapter explores the repercussions of a potential breakaway golf league in Saudi Arabia, drawing parallels to the failed Super League in football. It discusses the challenges of player engagement, feasibility without key golfers' support, and debates whether it is a response to issues within existing tours or an opportunistic move. The episode also delves into the history and commercialization potential of golf tours in Asia against established European and US tours, raising questions about the long-term appeal of a proposed super league versus traditional promotion and relegation dynamics.

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