First start already at the Farmers, Vijay Singh eager for a comeback, Charley Hull soon on YouTube. The Back Nine.
As expected, Brooks Koepka has officially opted out of the 2026 LIV Golf season, which begins February 7 in Riyadh; the five-time major champion will stay connected to the rival circuit but needs more time for family. This was amicably agreed upon, according to LIV CEO Scott McNeil’s official statement. Koepka is a competitor who thrives on high-level competition, which he found limited in LIV. He initially joined LIV in 2022 mainly due to injury concerns and to secure his retirement fund.
Speculation is rife about where Koepka will next compete. He is immediately eligible to play on the DP World Tour, potentially subject to penalties, or on the PGA Tour, where he faces a one-year suspension following his last LIV appearance, though lifetime bans have been softened. ESPN journalist Mark Schlabach reported that Koepka formally applied last Friday to reactivate his PGA Tour membership, which had not been renewed after 2022.
Update: Koepka has been granted immediate PGA Tour eligibility and is confirmed to tee off at the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines in late January, with participation also confirmed for the WM Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale. This is enabled by a new \”Returning Member Program\” allowing selected LIV players to rejoin the PGA Tour without suspension.
DeChambeau Confirms LIV Start for 2026
Bryson DeChambeau also officially confirmed he will compete in the 2026 LIV Golf League, with his Crushers team remaining intact for the fifth season. However, he has not announced a new contract extension, sparking speculation about behind-the-scenes negotiations following Koepka’s status.
Vijay Singh Returns to PGA Tour at 62
In a surprising move, three-time major winner Vijay Singh is returning to the PGA Tour at age 62. Using an exemption from his career money list standing, he will start at the Sony Open in Hawaii this week. Singh had been competing on the PGA Tour Champions, winning five titles including the Senior Players Championship.
TGL Faces Weak TV Ratings in Season Two
Without Tiger Woods, the Tomorrow’s Golf League struggles in TV viewership. The season two opener on ABC drew 646,000 viewers, down from 919,000 on ESPN’s season one debut. The second match’s audience fell further to 354,000 viewers. The TGL organizers, including Woods, Rory McIlroy and Mike McCarley, must find a new showstopper as Woods remains unmatched as an audience draw.
Charley Hull to Launch YouTube Channel
Following Bryson DeChambeau’s example of success with over three million subscribers, Charley Hull announced plans for her own channel. The 29-year-old English Malbon ambassador, known for her stylish, bling-inspired outfits, plans to launch \”The Sweet Spot\” this summer. She revealed this during an appearance on Jason Day’s \”The Lads\” YouTube channel.