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The Unfathomable LIV-PGA Merger, Miami’s Special Sauce, and Butler’s Unusual Superstardom With Joe House, Nathan Hubbard, and Raja Bell

The Bill Simmons Podcast

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The LIV-PGA Merger: Impacts and Implications

This chapter explores the controversial merger between the LIV Golf Tour and the PGA Tour, focusing on criticisms related to wage suppression and antitrust issues in professional golf. It addresses the financial dynamics of the PGA Tour, the challenges faced during the pandemic, and the broader implications for the sport's integrity and player relations. Additionally, the chapter examines the evolving landscape of sports ownership and the potential for new rival leagues, highlighting the need for equitable compensation across all player ranks.

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