The previous Tampa Bay Buccaneers govt employed to be the chief working officer of LIV Golf has resigned after one yr because the Saudi-backed rival circuit strikes towards a league format, sources confirmed to ESPN’s Mark Schlabach.
The information was first reported by The New York Occasions.
Atul Khosla was anticipated to guide LIV Golf into its franchise mannequin of 12 four-man groups during which gamers and the LIV Golf League would have fairness.
Gamers and brokers have been instructed earlier this week Khosla meant to step down. LIV commissioner Greg Norman confirmed the information Friday in an announcement to The Occasions.
“On the conclusion of LIV’s profitable inaugural season, Atul Khosla determined to maneuver on,” Norman mentioned. “We respect A.Ok. and his private resolution.”
The Related Press contributed to this report.
