LIV Golf Adelaide Sets Benchmark in Fan Experience, Sustainability, and Economic Impact
November 13, 2025
LIV Golf’s executive leadership touts Adelaide as a benchmark for excellence in fan experience, event delivery, and environmental responsibility, signaling a model for future live events.
The success is credited to collaboration with the South Australia Tourism Commission and 54, positioning LIV Golf Adelaide as a sustainable, fan-focused sports tourism exemplar.
LIV Golf Adelaide 2025 drew a record 102,000 attendees, with Joaquin Niemann securing the individual title for Torque GC and Fireballs GC winning the team competition, contributing an estimated $81.46 million to South Australia’s economy.
Over 102,000 fans attended at The Grange, where Niemann won the individual title for Torque GC and Fireballs GC clinched the team crown.
LIV Golf announced plans to shift Adelaide’s next edition to a 72-hole, four-day format at The Grange, starting in February, to broaden access to elite golf and enhance hospitality and family-friendly experiences.
Looking ahead to LIV Golf Adelaide 2026 (February 12–15), the tournament will expand to 72 holes over four days to bolster fan access and the overall hospitality offering.
LIV Golf Adelaide has been named the world’s best golf event for a third consecutive year by the World Golf Awards, reflecting its prominence in sports tourism.
The World Golf Awards in Madeira announced the honor, highlighting Adelaide’s economic impact and leadership in golf and live events.
The event is framed as a global leader in sports tourism, expanding formats and sustainability initiatives to set standards for future golf tournaments and live events.
Adelaide’s event earned re-certification to the GEO Tournament Standard, underscoring a strong commitment to environmental stewardship.
Re-certification to the GEO Tournament Standard reinforces sustainability leadership alongside elite competition and fan engagement.
South Australia’s government and local partners, including the Premier, are highlighted as pivotal in driving growth through public-private collaboration and investments in sports tourism.
LIV Golf’s impact and sustainability chief reiterates commitment to high standards, praising teams and contractors for adopting sustainable resources and services.
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news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site for latest headlines • Nov 13, 2025
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