Lee Westwood finds himself in professional limbo as uncertainty continues to surround the LIV Golf circuit, with the former world number one described as "unemployed" while the Saudi-backed league's future remains unclear. The 51-year-old Englishman recently tied for 14th place at the Hong Kong Open on the Asian Tour, his most recent competitive outing.
Fellow LIV Golf high-profile signing Jon Rahm is reportedly discussing a potential exit from the circuit, adding to the instability that has plagued the breakaway league since its inception. The Spanish major champion's possible departure would represent another significant blow to LIV's star power.
Westwood, a 25-time European Tour winner and former Ryder Cup stalwart, joined LIV Golf in 2022 but has seen limited playing opportunities as the circuit's schedule and structure have remained in flux. His appearance in Hong Kong marked a return to the Asian Tour, where he previously held membership before the LIV move.
The developments come as negotiations between the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund continue behind closed doors, with no clear resolution in sight for the sport's fractured landscape.
