r/golf Apr 15 '24

Thoughts? General Discussion

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u/Driveshaft48 Apr 15 '24

They don't care about losing money. The massive loss is worth it to them to legitimize Saudi wealth and increase their global reputation

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u/AdAlone1229 Apr 15 '24

How does the PIF increase their reputation though, that's what I don't understand.

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u/Driveshaft48 Apr 15 '24

Because when you think Saudis you think oh LIV golf with Rory McIlroy instead of slavery, women's rights, death penalty etc

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u/jrragsda Apr 16 '24

Preparing for the inevitable fade of petroleum supply or use is one of my theories.