Stinger Golf Sues LIV Golf Over Trademark Use

On May 28, 2026, Stinger Tees, Inc. d/b/a Stinger Golf initiated proceedings in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida against LIV Golf Inc., World Wide Golf Brands Ltd. d/b/a Stuburt, and Fairway TM Co 6, LLC. The complaint asserts claims under the Lanham Act for trademark infringement and unfair competition, along with related Florida common law claims.

Stinger Golf alleges unauthorized use of its federally registered STINGER mark in connection with LIV Golf's Stinger GC team name and associated merchandise. The plaintiff claims longstanding rights and registrations predating the defendants' use.

The case seeks injunctive relief and damages. No response from the defendants has been reported yet. The litigation highlights ongoing branding conflicts in professional golf amid the rise of LIV Golf.