LIV Golf Adelaide Starts with Expanded 72-Hole Format

The 2026 LIV Golf Adelaide tournament teed off on Wednesday at The Grange Golf Club in Adelaide, Australia, marking the league's second event of the season and its first in the country. The four-day competition, running through Saturday, February 14, features 57 players across 13 four-player teams and five wild cards, competing for individual and team honors in a newly extended 72-hole format.

This year's event introduces several changes to the LIV Golf structure, expanding from the previous 54-hole limit to align more closely with traditional professional tournaments. Players earn points for both individual and team performances, contributing to season-long standings and bonuses. The total purse stands at $30 million, with $20 million allocated for individual prizes and $10 million for the team competition. The individual winner receives $3 million, while the winning team franchise claims $3 million, plus additional bonuses for the top three teams' players, ranging from $1 million for first place to $500,000 for third. Beyond finances, the victor earns 23 Official World Golf Ranking points, with the top 10 finishers and ties also receiving points.