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Koepka Applies for PGA Tour Membership, Preparing for 2027 Return

Koepka Applies for PGA Tour Membership, Preparing for 2027 Return
Brooks Koepka applies for PGA Tour membership. (Photo: Getty)

Bryson DeChambeau confirms LIV start in 2026, Vijay Singh makes PGA comeback, Charley Hull launches YouTube channel. The Back Nine.Brooks Koepka has opted out of the 2026 LIV Golf season, beginning February 7 in Riyadh, citing a need for more family time, according to LIV CEO Scott McNeil. The five-time major winner remains connected to LIV but is reportedly preparing a return to the PGA Tour. After submitting a formal application to reactivate his PGA Tour membership, Koepka could be eligible to play again from 2027 onwards, coinciding with the PGA’s new schedule featuring nearly two dozen $20 million events with limited elite fields. Jon Rahm recently predicted Koepka’s return, stating he might play selectively in big tournaments. Meanwhile, Bryson DeChambeau has officially confirmed his participation in LIV’s 2026 season with the Crushers, alongside Charles Howell III, Paul Casey, and Anirban Lahiri. In a surprising move, 62-year-old three-time major champion Vijay Singh is returning to the PGA Tour this week, using his career money list exemption to compete at the Sony Open in Hawaii after success on the PGA Tour Champions. The Tomorrow’s Golf League (TGL) has seen a decline in TV ratings during its second season without Tiger Woods, emphasizing the challenge of maintaining viewer interest without its star attraction. On the digital front, Charley Hull announced plans to launch her own YouTube channel this summer called ‘The Sweet Spot,’ inspired by DeChambeau’s success on the platform. Jason Day has caused speculation by posting ‘I’ve quit’ on Instagram, potentially hinting at a shift of focus towards the YouTube channel ‘The Lads,’ rather than a tour exit. In organizational news, Tom Phillips will become the new CEO of the Ladies European Tour on April 6, bringing extensive global golf experience. Derek Sprague has resigned as CEO of the PGA of America after one year, citing family priorities. Lastly, a legendary roundtable featuring Bernhard Langer, Sir Nick Faldo, Ian Woosnam, and Sandy Lyle reflects on their careers and the legacy of Severiano Ballesteros, offering captivating insights for golf fans worldwide.