LIV could reschedule June's New Orleans event

LIV could reschedule June's New Orleans eventImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, The LIV Golf Invitational Series event started in June 2022ByDan RoanSports editorPublished18 minutes agoLIV Golf could postpone its event in New Orleans in June amid continued questions over its future.BBC Sport has been told that the Saudi Arabia-backed series has been in talks with local authorities in Louisiana about rescheduling the tournament to September or October.According to sources, officials are keen to avoid peak summer heat and ensure the Bayou Oaks course at City Park is in top championship condition.LIV bosses are also said to want to avoid a clash with the World Cup.It would mean LIV Golf would not have any tournaments in the USA for a three-month period from 10 May until 6 August when it goes to Trump Bedminster in New Jersey.However, amid reports that Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) is set to end its support for the breakaway tour, this will only intensify speculation.Earlier this month, LIV Golf chief executive Scott O'Neil told players the 2026 season would continue "as planned and uninterrupted" amid rumours the tour was on the verge of collapse.The state of Louisiana had reportedly spent $7m (£5.1m) on the event, with $2m (£1.5m) towards upgrading the public Bayou Oaks course, and the remaining $5m (£3.7m) will go to LIV Golf as a hosting fee.LIV Golf, the governor of Louisiana and Louisiana Economic Development are expected to issue a joint statement on Tuesday.What does PIF's change in approach mean for Newcastle?Published17 April'LIV Golf season to continue' amid collapse rumoursPublished16 AprilDeChambeau working on new LIV contractPublished5 days agoDiscussion about LIV's future went into overdrive earlier this month as the tour prepared for its latest event in Mexico.Several media outlets - across golf, sports news and finance - reported its imminent closure, before chief executive O'Neil ins...