LIV Golf 2026 grows with an expanded field of 57 players plus new qualification paths and wildcards.
From the 2026 LIV Golf season onward, 57 players will compete for points, victories, and team successes, enabled by additional wildcards and qualification opportunities.
Field Expands to 57 Players in 2026
The LIV Golf League is set to start 2026 with a larger field. The league will now feature 57 players, an increase from previous seasons. They will compete in 13 teams, each consisting of four players. Additionally, 5 wildcard players will join independently of these teams but will have guaranteed starts in all 13 regular season events.
New Qualification Opportunities
In 2026, LIV Golf Promotions will award three direct tour cards for the LIV Golf League season, up from two in previous years.
LIV Golf Promotions 2026: A Platform for Rising Talent
The third LIV Golf Promotions event takes place from January 8 to 11 at Black Diamond Ranch in Lecanto, Florida. This 72-hole stroke play tournament features a multi-stage system with several score resets to create a dynamic competitive environment. After each stage, the top 20 players and ties advance, with scores resetting to zero, culminating in a final 36-hole scoring over the last two days. The top three finishers earn spots in the LIV Golf League, while the top ten secure full status for the 2026 International Series.
📰 CONFIRMED: The LIV Golf Promotions field is set
🌍 Nearly 90 names representing 24 different countries will compete for two spots on the 2026 LIV Golf League #LIVGolf https://t.co/IemzafrCdH
— LIV Golf (@livgolf_league) December 22, 2025