The leaders of the controversial Tour tried year after year to get the right to OWGR points, but in the end they failed in such plans. Although the frustrations among LIV Golf's officials grow from month to month regarding such a scenario, it seems that a merger is the only option for them, and the only way they can get OWGR points.

Sportico reported Tuesday morning that LIV officials were in serious discussions with OWGR executives about awarding ranking points for LIV events.