Cameron Smith happy with LIV decision after smooth return to PGA Tour

The Australian and reigning Open champion does sense disrespect for the quality of golf that he and his LIV mates are capable of playing on the major stages

BACK ON TOUR: Cameron Smith of Australia talks with his caddie Sam Pinfold on the practice area at Augusta National. Pic: Andrew Redington/Getty Images

Cameron Smith didn’t know what to expect when he arrived on the range at Augusta National on Monday fresh off a night of laundry after competing in LIV Golf’s Orlando event. 

His first appearance at a de facto PGA Tour event since last autumn, also in Georgia at the Tour Championship, before taking his talents to the rival circuit went smoother than he thought.