At the LIV Golf Promotions in Florida, several German-speaking pros compete for three spots in the 2026 LIV Golf League.
From January 8 to 11, the competition heats up in Lecanto, Florida. The LIV Golf Promotions bring together nearly 90 players from 24 countries – all aiming for one of three wild-card spots in the LIV Golf League 2026. The path there goes over four rounds of stroke play, with a new cut each day and new chances daily. Those who make it to the weekend compete for a total prize money of 1.5 million USD and a place in the global LIV Golf circuit. In the end, three spots open for the LIV Golf League 2026 come with guaranteed starts at all 13 events. Ten more secure starting rights for the International Series.
LIV Golf Opens the Door – Who Will Take the Step Into the League?
Whether tour winners, former LIV players, or newcomers, a high-caliber field is present. For some players, it’s about a comeback; for others, the first big breakthrough. Among them, five German-speaking participants see this event as a real opportunity and possibly the beginning of a new chapter.
Max Kieffer Facing the Next Chapter
For Max Kieffer, this event might be his most important appearance since his victory on the DP World Tour in 2022. After 13 years in Europe’s top tier, his tour card is gone. The 2025 season did not go as planned. Kieffer dropped in the rankings and missed Q-School. Now comes LIV Golf. The Düsseldorf native brings experience and a clear mindset, stating, “We’re not done yet.” Florida will show how far the road back really is.
Foos, Bachem, Rottluff, Schwab: Each With Their Own Story
A different approach but a similar goal: Dominic Foos drew attention in 2025 with a tournament win on the Asian Tour. Consistent play and international experience paved his way into the promotions. Now he wants more. For the 28-year-old, a jump into the LIV Golf League would not only be a sporting ascent but also a catapult into the tour’s spotlight.
For Nick Bachem, 2025 ended bitterly: injury, form crisis, last at Q-School – the year did not go as planned. But those who know the 26-year-old know he doesn’t give up easily. Bachem has already shown he can win at top level. Similarly, Matth