Cam Smith's stance on LIV Golf speaks volumes as major champion sends clear message to PGA Tour

Former Open champion Cameron Smith has revealed leaving the to join two years ago was the 'best decision' he has ever made.

Smith became one of the biggest names following in the footsteps of the likes ofand The Aussie's switch did come as somewhat of a surprise at the time, coming just weeks after

At the time, Smith was ranked the second-best golfer on the planet fresh off his Claret Jug victory, and was no doubt entering the unknown with LIV still in its early days of existence.

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Despite initial criticism and being banned from the PGA Tour, Smith has seemingly loved life with the breakaway league, and clearly has no regrets over his decision. “It was the best decision of my life," the former No. 2 told the of his decision to make the Saudi switch.

Smith revealed that he is not only enjoyed the growth of the LIV league since his move two years ago, but also the freedom it has allowed him with a lesser playing schedule, giving him the chance to visit his native more often. "Not only from where the tour is going and where it will end up but also from a life standpoint as well," he added.

"The extra time I get to spend in Australia compared to what I used to means a lot. I feel like I am a much happier person now compared to where I was before.” Smith was brought in by one of his fellow countrymen in who is the CEO of the LIV setup.

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Having got the breakaway league off the ground in recent years, it is now being reported that According to , the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia are on the look out to replace Norman as the league's CEO.

It is expected that Norman will remain within the LIV ranks, but will lose his spot as the boss. Norman's proposed move away from the CEO role was put to Smith, and whilst he admitted he is none-the-wiser to the goings on above him, he would be surprised to see his fellow Australian replaced.

"I definitely was not aware of it," he added. "I was pretty surprised myself. I think he has been under a lot of (public) scrutiny for a few years. They had said he was going to go and he hasn’t. I would not be surprised if it was all just a rumour. But by the same token I am not in the loop as to what is going on on the tour.’’