Pat Perez faces a critical juncture in his career within the Saudi-backed LIV Golf venture, as he stares down the possibility of being relegated from the tour in 2025.
Having made headlines by joining LIV Golf in June 2022, Perez now finds himself precariously positioned at 47th in the individual rankings with only a handful of events left in the 2024 season. His upcoming tournaments in Valderrama, Spain, Rocester, UK, and various American cities like West Virginia, Chicago, and Dallas will determine his fate. With the tour’s cut-off at 49th place, Perez must deliver strong performances to secure his spot amidst a competitive field where any slip-up could cost him dearly.
Despite the looming pressure, Perez has had his moments of glory in LIV Golf, notably winning the Team Championship title alongside Dustin Johnson’s 4Aces team. His commitment to the venture was evident when he passionately defended LIV Golf’s merit against criticism from golf legend Tiger Woods, emphasizing the lucrative incentives and competitive opportunities offered by the tour.
While Perez remains resolute in his allegiance to LIV Golf, his future hangs in the balance as the tour anticipates potentially adding more PGA Tour stars for the upcoming season. Alongside teammates like Harold Varner III and Branden Grace, who also face relegation risks, Perez must navigate these final tournaments with utmost determination to secure his place in the lucrative series.