LIV Golf Promotions: Canada’s Lee sets pace, AK in the hunt for wild card spots
January 10, 2026 - 10:00 PM
Written by: LIV Golf Staff
LECANTO, Fla. – Richard T. Lee, a Canadian golfer, has dominated the first three days of the LIV Golf Promotions tournament, showcasing his exceptional skills and earning a strong position for a wild-card spot in the upcoming 2026 LIV Golf season.
Anthony Kim, another standout player, has also made significant progress, securing a better position to return to full-time status in the League.
The final 18 holes of the 36-hole shootout at Black Diamond Ranch will be held on Sunday, offering a potentially career-changing reward for the top three finishers: guaranteed LIV Golf wild-card status for 2026. Additionally, the top 10 and ties will earn exemption into the Asian Tour’s International Series.
Lee has demonstrated his prowess, leading the field with a bogey-free 6-under 64 for the second time this week. With a two-shot lead over his closest competitors, he is well-positioned to secure a top-three finish, but he remains focused and determined.
Kim, the only American to advance to the weekend, is tied for second after shooting a bogey-free 4-under 66. He made impressive consecutive birdie putts, showcasing his skill and determination to secure one of the coveted wild-card spots.
The tournament's excitement builds as the top players, including Lee, Kim, and others, strive for a chance to play at the highest level against the best.
The leaderboard after Saturday's first 18 holes showcases the top contenders, with Lee in the lead, followed by a group of players tied for second. The competition is fierce, and the final round promises to be thrilling.
The tournament's conclusion will determine the three available LIV Golf wild-card spots for 2026, and the top 10 players and ties will earn exemption into the Asian Tour’s International Series.
As the tournament progresses, the tension rises, and the players' determination becomes more evident, leaving spectators on the edge of their seats, eagerly awaiting the final results.
