Players who compete on the six tours are subject to PGA Tour player conditions even though they are independent contractors rather than employees. Following the PGA Tour Integrity Program is one such rule.
The Integrity Program's "Prohibited Conduct" section informs players that placing bets on professional golfers is forbidden. This clause covers free-to-play competitions as well as sports betting and fantasy sports.
The PGA Tour announced this week that two players had received competition suspensions in a brief statement. The tour blamed the penalties on bet-related infractions.
The Integrity Program's "Prohibited Conduct" section informs players that placing bets on professional golfers is forbidden. This clause covers free-to-play competitions as well as sports betting and fantasy sports.
The PGA Tour announced this week that two players had received competition suspensions in a brief statement. The tour blamed the penalties on bet-related infractions.