The PGA Tour, DP World Tour and Asian Tour have announced a new partnership focused on closer cooperation across the international game. The agreement brings three established circuits together and immediately stands out as an important development in men’s professional golf.

The move is being viewed as a setback for LIV Golf, which has been trying to strengthen its position in the global golf landscape. By aligning with the Asian Tour, the PGA Tour and DP World Tour appear to be reinforcing their influence in a region that has been central to the sport’s wider competitive battle.

While only limited details were available, the alliance was described as being aimed at global collaboration. That suggests the tours are looking for ways to work more closely on shared interests, scheduling or broader growth efforts, rather than operating entirely separately.

The announcement adds another layer to the ongoing power struggle in professional golf. With the PGA Tour, DP World Tour and Asian Tour now moving in the same direction, LIV Golf faces added pressure as the sport’s traditional tours continue building partnerships of their own.