But that rumor has been put to bed. According to Adam Schupak of Golfweek, Finau withdrew from the Hero World Challenge because he had surgery on Oct. 15. The operation repaired a torn meniscus and cleaned up cartilage. “From what my doctor told me, it was a pretty standard clean-up,” Finau told Golfweek.

Tony Finau says he isn't going to LIV Golf in 2025, despite what the heavily churning rumor mill is suggesting. Finau spoke with Golfweek ahead of the 2024 Hero World Challenge, from which Finau withdrew heading into the week.

NASSAU, The Bahamas—Tony Finau has pulled out of the Hero World Challenge. Finau was removed from Tiger Woods’ exhibition event in the Bahamas on Sunday night. As of Monday morning no reason was given from Finau or the PGA Tour for his withdrawal.