HONG KONG – In a groundbreaking move poised to redefine professional golf, LIV Golf announced today the immediate implementation of an 'Ethical Scorecard,' which will be calculated alongside traditional stroke play. The new system, unveiled after Carlos Ortiz's impressive 60 in Hong Kong, promises to offer fans and sponsors a 'more comprehensive understanding' of a golfer's overall impact.

According to LIV Golf CEO Greg Norman, the scorecard will factor in a range of non-golfing metrics, including 'geopolitical alignment, carbon footprint of private jet travel, and the number of times a player has publicly endorsed a questionable regime.' Norman elaborated, stating, 'We believe golf is more than just birdies and bogeys. It's about character, values, and, most importantly, the strategic partnerships that make this sport possible.'

Initial reports suggest that while Carlos Ortiz's 60 was indeed stellar, his ethical score remains 'under review' pending further 'data acquisition' from various international bodies. 'It's a complex algorithm,' explained Dr. Alistair Finch, head of LIV Golf's newly formed 'Moral Metrics Division.' 'A low stroke count is great, but did you also remember to praise the host nation's vision for the future? These things matter.'

Sources close to the league indicate that players will receive daily briefings on their ethical standing, with bonuses and penalties tied directly to their performance off the course. Critics, however, suggest the new scorecard is merely a sophisticated way to justify LIV's existence, while fans are reportedly just hoping someone will explain what 'geopolitical alignment' means for a chip shot.