Henni Zuel departs Sky for LIV Golf ahead of 2026 season
- SHANK
- Nov 18
- 5 min read
LIV Golf Signs Global Golf Presenter and Former Professional Golfer Henni Zuël To Its Broadcast Team in Advance of 2026 Season - head to the end of the press release for Matt's view on this announcement
Former Ladies European Tour professional and acclaimed global commentator brings nearly two decades of competitive insight, international experience, and award-winning journalism to anchor pre-show coverage and deliver competition analysis across LIV Golf’s expanded global schedule
One of golf’s most influential modern voices joins LIV Golf, strengthening a four-day, 72-hole broadcast reaching 900 million households across over 200 countries and territories
LONDON, NEW YORK | Tuesday, November 18, 2025 - LIV Golf has announced the signing of global golf presenter Henni Zuël as a LIV Golf Broadcaster ahead of its 2026 season, which will feature 14 events across 10 countries, including the League’s first-ever event in South Africa. Zuël, a former professional golfer on the Ladies European Tour (LET) who shattered age records as an amateur, has earned the reputation as one of the sport’s brightest on-air talents through nearly a decade of acclaimed work with Sky Sports and GolfTV. Zuël will bring her signature storytelling style, modern voice, and experience covering the sport across international markets to the LIV Golf Broadcast; anchoring pre-show coverage and delivering on-air analysis throughout all four rounds of 72-hole competition.
“Challenge has always guided my career, and I’m drawn to environments that encourage curiosity, innovation, and a genuine sense of purpose. LIV Golf is at the forefront of redefining how the sport is experienced, powered by elite athletes and leaders who embrace meaningful progress - a vision that strongly resonates with me,” said Henni Zuël, LIV Golf Broadcaster. “My passions - golf, technology, creativity, and forward thinking are all reflected in this role. Joining LIV Golf will enable me to draw on my experience as a commentator and former player, whilst contributing to the wider mission of expanding awareness and driving positive global change within the game.”
“Henni Zuël brings exceptional journalistic experience and the credibility of a former professional player, enhancing the depth and quality of our coverage and strengthening our commitment to delivering a broadcast that is innovative, informed, and globally resonant,” said Chris Heck, LIV Golf President of Business Operations. “LIV Golf’s two-story format - where team identity and individual performance build simultaneously - requires the ability to illuminate both narratives with clarity and sophistication. Henni’s instincts, intuition, and commitment to modern storytelling make her an ideal voice for this new era. She embodies the professionalism, energy, and vision shaping the game, and her passion for integrating technology will help redefine how golf is experienced around the world.”
The LIV Golf broadcast now stands among the most widely distributed sports productions in the world, reaching nearly 900 million households across more than 200 countries and territories through a growing portfolio of elite global partners. Following the league’s expanded 2025 media strategy - which introduced new partnerships with FOX in the United States, DAZN across key European and international markets, and KC Global Media across Asia - LIV Golf is now carried by more than 20 major linear and digital broadcasters, including Movistar (Spain), Seven Network (Australia), Coupang Play (Korea), TV Azteca (Mexico), and additional DAZN territories including Germany, Italy, France, Canada, Japan, Austria, Belgium, Portugal, and Switzerland. Together, these partnerships delivered record-breaking results in 2025, with LIV Golf programming generating more than 66 million viewer hours across live broadcasts, re-airs, and highlights - solidifying the league’s global footprint and establishing its broadcast as one of the most dynamic and far-reaching in professional sport.
Prior to her award-winning work in golf broadcast journalism, Zuël distinguished herself as one of the most advanced young talents in British golf, representing England at every amateur level and making history as the youngest player ever to compete on the LET at 13 years old. Turning professional at 18, she spent seven years competing on the LET, earning two LET Access Series victories and multiple major-championship starts, including a T13 finish at the 2010 Women’s British Open. After a severe back injury ended her competitive career, Zuël transitioned into broadcasting, becoming one of the sport’s most respected and recognisable voices. She spent nearly a decade with Sky Sports covering the game’s biggest stages and was part of the BAFTA-winning broadcast team for The Open Championship in 2016. She later joined GOLFTV and Discovery, presenting and co-producing editorial output including three seasons of the acclaimed My Game instructional series. Her work across major championships and international events earned her the SJA Sports Journalist Award and cemented her reputation as one of golf’s most trusted and influential voices.
Beyond broadcasting, Zuël has emerged as a leading global ambassador for golf’s continued growth and accessibility. She serves as an R&A Global Golf Development Ambassador and as European Ambassador for Steph Curry’s Underrated Golf Tour, helping create pathways for underrepresented young athletes. Zuël also supports and mentors rising golfers and emerging sports commentators around the world, alongside working with charitable organisations, including Children on the Edge - an international nonprofit focused on protecting and educating vulnerable children. She has served as a presenter and analyst for PIF-supported Saudi Ladies and LET events, reflecting her long-standing commitment to elevating women’s golf and expanding the sport’s international footprint. Zuël also extends her influence through high-profile brand partnerships as a global ambassador for adidas, BMW, Rapsodo, Fairmont Windsor, The Buckinghamshire, and Precision Golf. She continues to balance advocacy, philanthropy, and media work with a commitment to shaping the next generation of players and fans.
Zuël will make her global broadcast debut for the League at LIV Golf Riyadh 2026, 4-7 February, under the lights at Riyadh Golf Club.
Matt says: "After Sky's recent extensions to cover the US Open, DP World Tour and Ryder Cup I am a little surprised at this decision from both Sky and Henni, but there is no doubt that Henni will add further depth of analysis and professionalism to the LIV Golf on air team. Year-on-year LIV Golf's broadcast continues to evolve, and adding Henni Zuel will further broaden its appeal with established golf fans."
"Henni's move to LIV Golf would seem to show that Sarah Stirk will be returning to a more full-time role within Sky Sports Golf in 2026 after the birth of her son in 2022, although that is to be confirmed. Also it might be worth noting ITV is not mentioned among the broadcast partners listed in the press release, so could Henni's move from Sky to LIV be a forerunner for another announcement?"
"LIV Golf produce their own coverage for the worldwide broadcasters, including FOX in the USA. All networks receive the same commentary team, and the same on-air talent, with the same pictures. Perhaps if Sky Sports were to sign a deal to carry LIV Golf on Sky Sports Golf, Henni Zuel could be a conduit between the LIV Golf broadcast, and the Sky audience. Obviously the Sky audience is familiar with her, and maybe she could present additional pieces which tie in LIV Golf with Sky's other golf coverage."
"We will have to wait and see what comes next from LIV Golf this winter, after the significant change to 72-holes and the announcement of additional spots on the International Series."