The merger put an finish to a high-profile litigation battle which angered most of the sports activities most influential gamers. The Saudi-backed league, which began in June 2022, noticed many golfers make the transfer from the PGA Tour for giant multi-million pound charges.

Mickelson was one of many first gamers to leap ship after agreeing a profitable sum. The 53-year-old signed a staggering $200 million (£158 million) deal and has remained vocal on his choice to affix the league.

The six-time main winner has now lastly given his ideas on the agreed merger. Mickelson spoke out forward of LIV's first occasion in Mainland Europe this season, a 54-hole match at Valderrama in Andalucia.