Talor Gooch did not take long to express his opinion about LIV Golf’s decision not to insist on points for the current world ranking. “If it’s not retroactive and full points, it’s not right and it screws us players,” Gooch said.
Like all LIV Golf players, Talor Gooch received word on Tuesday, March 5, that the circuit withdrew his request to be included in the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) points distribution system. Gooch was the 2023 individual champion, but is currently ranked 476th in the OWGR.
After Greg Norman’s communication about withdrawing his application for OWGR points was made public, Talor Gooch gave an exclusive statement to the Flushing It podcast. This was part of what he said
“In my opinion, the only way OWGR works for LIV is if they retroactively awards points and don’t deduct points from events for some reason. Like no cut, 3 days, etc. If it’s not retroactive and full points, it’s not right and it screws us players.”
“Very few people or organisations have done the right or just thing, in any situation, the last two years. So it’s highly unlikely the OWGR would do the right and just thing in this circumstance. Especially considering their choices, behavior and alliances etc. So it’s time to move on.”
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