LIV Golf expands its 2026 field to 57 players with new qualification routes and wildcards for broader competition.
Starting in the 2026 season, 57 players will compete for points, victories, and team success thanks to additional wildcards and qualification options.
Field Grows to 57 Players in 2026
The LIV Golf League will launch the 2026 season with an expanded field of 57 players, an increase from previous seasons. These players will compete in 13 teams, each consisting of four players. The field is complemented by 5 wildcard players who compete independently of teams but have guaranteed starts at all 13 regular season events.
New Qualification Opportunities
Through LIV Golf Promotions, three direct season starts for 2026 will be awarded, up from two previously available through this qualification process.
LIV Golf Promotions 2026: Platform for Rising Talent
The third edition of LIV Golf Promotions will be held from January 8 to 11 at Black Diamond Ranch in Lecanto, Florida. This event serves as the central qualifier and is played over 72 holes stroke play, featuring a unique tiered scoring system with multiple score resets to intensify competition dynamics.
On day one, the top 20 players plus ties advance to day two, after which scores are reset. Additional exempt players join on day two, with the top 20 plus ties progressing to the next round. Before day three, scores reset once more; a 36-hole scoring combined over days three and four determines final placement. The top three earn spots in the LIV Golf League, while the top ten secure full status for the 2026 International Series.