The LIV Golf League will be back this week for its 11th event of the season, with the UK hosting the tournament for the first time in 2024. The tournament will take place at JCB Golf & Country Club in Staffordshire, following the inaugural event at Centurion Club in Hertfordshire in June 2022. The tournament, known as LIV Golf UK by JCB, will feature a 56-man field including top players like Tyrrell Hatton and Jon Rahm.
Joaquin Niemann from Torque GC currently leads the individual standings in the LIV Golf League, with Jon Rahm from Legion XIII following closely behind. Six English players, including Tyrrell Hatton and Richard Bland, will be competing in front of their home fans at LIV Golf UK. Hatton, who joined LIV Golf in the offseason, has been consistent throughout the season, finishing in the top 24 in each of the first 10 tournaments. Bland, a recent winner of consecutive senior majors, has also been performing well.
The JCB course, designed by Robin Hiseman, is a 7,308-yard par 72 course located next to the JCB World Headquarters. The course features a variety of landscapes, including farmland, parkland, woodlands, and lake lands. Key holes include the Uttoxeter Canal on holes 1 and 3, as well as the island green on the 17th hole. The course will provide an interesting challenge for the players during the LIV Golf UK event.
Hospitality tickets for the LIV Golf UK by JCB are available on the livgolf.com website, starting at £180 for the Birdie Shack on Saturday and ranging up to £245 for the Gallery Club on Sunday. The tournament will have tee times starting at 2.15pm on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. UK viewers can also watch the action for free on the LIV Golf YouTube channel, ensuring that fans can follow along with the excitement of the event.
In conclusion, the LIV Golf League continues to grow and expand, with the UK hosting its own event at JCB Golf & Country Club. Top players from around the world will compete in the LIV Golf UK event, providing an exciting opportunity for fans to see their favorite golfers in action. The JCB course offers a challenging layout for the tournament, with unique features that will test the skills of the players. With hospitality tickets available and free viewing options for UK fans, the LIV Golf UK event promises to be a thrilling experience for all involved.
