The Tournament That Became the Biggest Loser in Golf's Civil War.

The Players Championship, considered golf's fifth major, is facing a significant challenge as many of the world's top players have defected to join LIV Golf. This has resulted in a diminished field for the tournament, with 41 of the top 50 players participating this year compared to 49 in 2022. Efforts to unify the game are underway, with negotiations between the PGA Tour and LIV's backer, Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, but the resolution remains uncertain. The divide in golf has led to debates among players about whether those who joined LIV should be allowed to return to the PGA Tour. [Extracted from the article]