With only two regular-season events left, Ian Poulter, Lee Westwood, and other Majesticks teammates face the threat of relegation from LIV Golf if they finish 49th or lower in the standings. This video dives into the latest LIV Golf relegation rules, including new policies that affect captains, the impact on European Tour memberships, and what the future might hold for these golf legends.
We also explore Sam Horsfield’s perspective on the team’s struggles, implications for the 2026 season, and what players need to do to secure their spots. Stay tuned as the LIV Golf season heats up during Chicago and Indianapolis events!
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Could Ian Poulter and Lee Westwood be facing the startling prospect of being relegated from the Liv Golf League? In a gripping twist, Sam Horsefield is witnessing his own teammates embroiled in a fierce race against relegation. With only two regular season events remaining, every live golf player must strive to avoid finishing in 49th place or below. the cutoff that would sadly lead to their expulsion from the league. While Horsefield currently enjoys some breathing room, sitting in 37th position ahead of the upcoming Chicago event, his teammates Ian Poulter, Lee Westwood, and Henrik Stenson are teetering on the edge, occupying 51st, 46th, and 47th places, respectively. The looming threat of dropping out creates a tense atmosphere rich with emotion and competitiveness within the team. Over the past 3 years, we’ve built a strong bond, Horsefield expressed in a conversation with NCG. Regardless of how this unfolds, I’m confident that our friendship will remain intact. We’ll just have to bite our time and see how the next few weeks play out. His words convey the importance of camaraderie despite the competitive stakes. I genuinely want all the guys to perform well and I aim to play at my best. Our paramount concern is to pull ourselves out of this challenging situation with the team currently positioned 12th, an outcome that we simply cannot accept. Instead, we need to band together and focus on making progress in Indianapolis. A pivotal change has recently been reported, shedding light on the DIV golf relegation process. Notably, James Corrian from the Daily Telegraph pointed out that even team captains can face relegation this season, a departure from prior expectations. This adjustment aims to tackle the earlier controversy known as Bubbate from 2024. Last season, Range Goats captain Bubba Watson found himself in a precarious 53rd position, but managed to remain in the league by presenting a compelling business case to the organization. Similarly, Brandon Grace secured his position through discussions with his team, Stinger. Horsefield shared his perspective, stating, “What I’ve been informed is clear. No matter your status, if you end up below 48, you’re out. Personally, I believe that’s an appropriate approach. His view emphasizes fairness and equality within the league. This development adds an extra layer of suspense and drama as the LIV golf season heads to its conclusion. The fact that any of the Majestic’s co- captains, Poulter, Westwood, or Stenson, could find themselves sidelined is a significant point of contention. This potential downfall is further exacerbated by their decision to resign from the DP World Tour. A move solidified after lengthy careers that have secured their statuses as legends in European Gulf. Should they face relegation, opportunities may arise for them to participate in future events on what was previously known as the European tour, albeit contingent on their willingness to pay the steep fines imposed due to their involvement in LIIV events. Such financial sanctions have been enacted following a legal ruling in London that allowed the DP World Tour to penalize those who switched allegiances to play in inconsistent LIIV tournaments. The atmosphere surrounding LIIV’s relegation system in 2025 is charged with uncertainty, particularly as it coincides with the league’s efforts to reacquire official world golf ranking OWGR points, a status previously denied by the OWGR board in 2023. When asked about the potential of playing alongside new teammates next season, should Poulter, Westwood, or Stenson be relegated, Horsefield hinted at possible changes within the Majestics organization. James Dunley, our team manager, is always scouting for promising young English golfers, he shared. We’ve had discussions regarding adjustments we might consider making. His hopeful tone signifies a willingness to adapt and grow regardless of current challenges. Who knows what could happen? Perhaps those guys will perform exceptionally well this week and everything will shift, he added, illustrating the unpredictable nature of the sport. As a three-time DP World Tour champion who joined the Live Golf League in 2022, Horsefield admitted he too is uncertain about his future in the game. In terms of the upcoming schedule, here’s what’s on the horizon for Live Golf. Live Golf Chicago, August 8th to 10th. Live golf Indianapolis August 15th to 17th. Live Golf, Michigan Team Championship, August 22 to 24. Currently on track to finish between 25th and 48th in the Liv standings, this situation opens the possibility for trades or releases from teams. The players individual circumstances influence their fates, and the particulars of their contracts, usually kept under wraps, further complicate matters. It’s believed that Horsefields and his Majestic’s teammates contracts are nearing their expiration at the end of this season. When asked whether he expects to remain with the team in 2026, Horsefield candidly replied, “I truly have no idea. It ultimately rests with the Majestics. We’ve had talks about our future, but until the season wraps up, predictions are feudal. While relegation poses a significant risk for some prominent players, it’s also possible the Magistics might find themselves excluded from the matchplay segment of the upcoming team championship set to take place at the club at Chattam Hills in Detroit, Michigan. Following a format alteration for the 2025 season, teams that secure the 12th and 13th spots in the overall standings after the Indianapolis event next week will compete against each other on Wednesday, August 20th, in hopes of advancing to the main competition starting on August 22nd. As things stand, we are slated to face the Iron Heads in a critical match on Wednesday to determine who moves forward. Horseield explained, “We absolutely must, for the sake of navigating this precarious situation, get our together. I believe I had a decent performance here last year, and I recall that Ian also played well. Hopefully, we can build on that and pull ourselves out of the 12th or 13th place. Now, let’s turn the conversation to you. What are your thoughts on the relegation rules in LIIV Golf? Do you agree with the approach the league is taking or do you have a different perspective?
