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Oosthuizen embraces LIV Golf’s 72-hole shift

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January 17, 2026

AT 43, Louis Oosthuizen relished the unique three-round format while captaining the Southern Guards in the LIV Golf League.

- LEIGHTON KOOPMAN

Oosthuizen embraces LIV Golf’s 72-hole shift

The shorter tournaments suited a veteran who has seen it all in the game, allowing players to be aggressive while also easing the physical demands of a long season.

However, the South African major champion is bracing for change from this season, with LIV Golf events expanding to 72 holes as the series pushes to gain world ranking points in the near future. The PIF Saudi-funded league will introduce the four-round format at the opening tournament of the season in Riyadh, marking a significant shift in its competitive structure.

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