Cameron Smith: This is the biggest misconception about LIV Golf

Cameron Smith says he believes there is still a misconception that LIV Golf isn't competitive. 

Smith joined the breakaway tour a few weeks after winning the landmark, 150th Open Championship at St Andrews in 2022. 

Since then, there have been accusations that the league simply isn't competitive, given their tournaments are only played over 54 holes without a cut. 

LIV's critics have also pointed out that, apart from the likes of Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm, Tyrrell Hatton and Brooks Koepka, the roster is predominantly filled out by ageing stars.

"Generally, I feel that people don't think LIV Golf is competitive, but being out here, it's nuts how hard everyone's working," Smith told Many of Many. 

"Every competitor on the course is trying to make themselves better players, and not only for themselves, but for their teams.

"My view is that we have the best field in golf and everyone out here is trying to beat each other.

"If, at the end of the day's golf, we can watch a concert and have a good time, that doesn't mean it is any less competitive. 

"We're just having a bit of fun at the end of the round."

Smith also told the publication that he has never - nor will he - view himself as a disruptor. 

He joined LIV at the very beginning of the golf wars.

"I feel like my job as a professional golfer is to grow the game and that is something that I've always been passionate about," Smith said. 

"I don't see myself as a disruptor.

"I feel like I made a choice because I thought it was right; because I thought it was what golf needed, particularly in Australia.

"As you said, the last few years here have been massive, not only for LIV and the sport in Australia, but golf in general. It's been awesome to be a part of."

Smith's comments come as fellow LIV recruit DeChambeau reiterated his loyalty to the PIF-backed circuit amid rumours he was planning a return to the PGA Tour. 

Unsubstantiated reports have recently suggested that DeChambeau had asked for a new LIV Golf deal worth $280m which was rejected. 

It is understood his LIV contract runs through to 2026, though some have claimed it expires following the conclusion of this year's campaign. 

"I'm very excited about the future of LIV Golf," he told reporters in a news conference before LIV Golf's third event of 2025 in Hong Kong. 

"I'm very excited to be the captain of the Crushers and continue our legacy that we're starting to create. 

"That's my goal is to create this lasting legacy where we impact millions and millions of golfers’ lives around the world.

"That should tell you everything you should know."

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