"I'm a big believer of LIV Golf"- Relegated golfer Bubba Watson joins International Series in hopes of coming back to Saudi circuit

Bubba Watson was relegated from the LIV Golf league following a near-last 53rd place finish this season with only 3.66 points earned in 13 events played. The two-time Masters champion has now commented on his plans moving forward.

He will headline the 2024 BNI Indonesian Masters at the Royale Jakarta Golf Club from October 31 to November 3. In a press release with LIV Golf, the Range Goats GC captain said:

"The BNI Indonesian Masters plays a big part in The International Series, which provides a pathway onto the LIV Golf League. I'm a big believer in LIV Golf and I'm proud of the impact it has had on the game of golf worldwide," Bubba Watson said.

The 12-time PGA Tour winner will have to be at the top of the International Series Order of Merit to earn his way back onto the Saudi based league. Another opportunity for Watson could be the 2024 LIV Golf Promotions tournament in December.

Watson will be ther first player of American descent to play on the International Series. The four-time Ryder Cup star said that the BNI Indonesian Masters will be his first event in Indonesia and he is excited to be a part of the field. He said (via LIVGolf.com):

"As everyone knows I have really enjoyed playing in tournaments overseas and so I am really excited about playing in Indonesia for the first time. I enjoy coming to Asia and soaking in the sights and sounds and also seeing the diverse mixture of players out here."

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When Bubba Watson spoke about playing 'Bubba Golf'

Bubba Watson has a very unique playing style which came to be coined as 'Bubba Golf' by his fans. In conversation with Claude Harmon on the Off Course podcast in 2021, he revealed that 'Bubba Golf' is "all about having fun" and "goofing around". Known for never having taken a golf lesson, he relies on his intuitions and feedback from his caddies and teammates to improve.

Today's Golfer released an exclusive interview with Watson in April 2024 where he talked about his unconventional practice and playing style. He said that his main priority while playing the game is to have fun which was why he decided to make the move to LIV Golf. He said (via TodaysGolfer.com):

"It’s having fun. It’s the reason why I went to LIV because it’s fun and energetic. You’re still grinding, still trying to have your best day ever, but you’re trying to create the game in a different way. Kind of like Bryson [DeChambeau] doing something different. Tiger decided to win all the time. Everybody has a different route. Bubba Golf is more about the everyday man," Bubba Watson said.