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PACIFIC PALISADES, CA – FEBRUARY 16: Tiger Woods looks on after his birdie putt on the 18th hole during the first round of the Genesis Invitational on February 16, 2023, at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, CA. Photo by Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire GOLF: FEB 16 PGA, Golf Herren – The Genesis Invitational Icon2302160011. Image Credits: IMAGO

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PACIFIC PALISADES, CA – FEBRUARY 16: Tiger Woods looks on after his birdie putt on the 18th hole during the first round of the Genesis Invitational on February 16, 2023, at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, CA. Photo by Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire GOLF: FEB 16 PGA, Golf Herren – The Genesis Invitational Icon2302160011. Image Credits: IMAGO
Tiger Woods is a very loyal PGA Tour pro. The legend has time and again voiced his disdain for LIV Golf and the defectors. He believes that the PGA Tour is where the legacy of golf lies. Moreover, he is of the view that no LIV Golfer has the right to be compared to any legend of golf. As they have never played at the breakaway circuit.
On the other hand, is a rising star in the golf world, Thomas Pieters for whom his family takes more importance and legacy. So, he decided to switch allegiances and move to LIV Golf. But, no matter what is the reason, the GOAT does not approve of defectors. And his agent’s recent move is evidence of that.
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Thomas Pieters is served with a shocking resignation
The Belgian golfer has started facing the heat of switching Tours right off the bat. After his very sudden and last-moment switch to LIV Golf, Pieters’ agent has dropped him.
The former PGA Tour player shared his agent Mark Steinberg with Tiger Woods. As soon as he landed in Mexico for the new season of LIV Golf, the golfer was presented with the news of his agent’s abrupt resignation. The weird part is that Mark didn’t even bother to inform the 31-year-old himself. And rather thought it would be appropriate to send an underling with the message.
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Well, this situation is equally odd for Thomas. “Weirdest thing ever. He’s just gone.” Although he is the victim here, the fans feel it’s his fault that all of this happened.
I mean Pieters had to have had someone negotiate his contract. I’d be rightfully pissed too if I’m Steinberg, because Pieters went behind his back and got a LIV deal.
— jeremy (@JGadd3) February 25, 2023
He made his bed. Enjoy the LIV riches.
— Mark Knable (@birdiesnpar) February 24, 2023
He’s got that Saudi blood money now. I’m sure he’ll be fine.
— Jason Rector (@jasonrector) February 25, 2023
The agent also has the right to not serve the client at all, maybe that agent also has a conscience. Guy is playing the long game and knows that LIV won’t be around in a few years.
— Howard M. Burgers 🍔 (@HMBurgerz) February 25, 2023
Sometimes Karma’s a bitch 😠
— GT_Jake (@gt_jake) February 25, 2023
He’s surprised that Tigers agent, Tiger being one of LIVs most outspoken critics, dumped him?
— Steven Y. (@UConn_2018) February 24, 2023
It sounds like petie didn’t talk to his agent first. Why have an agent then?
— Larry W Schmidt (@bogeylarry) February 25, 2023
What do you think about this resignation? Did Thomas deserve it or was he the victim?
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Why did Pieters leave the PGA Tour?
A few days ago, Pieters had come forward to explain the reason behind his move. He explained how living in a different part of the world does not allow him to play and be there for his family. He always has to miss out on either of the two.
Moreover, he also said he never planned to be a permanent member of the PGA Tour. LIV Golf had been on his list since the breakaway circuit had its first season in 2022. Moreover, the large payout and fewer work hours allow him the freedom to spend more time with his children.
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However, it does not seem that his explanation sat right with the GOAT. But, one fact still remains that the PGA Tour lost a true gem to LIV’s attractive work schedule.
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