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As expected, Brooks Koepka has withdrawn from the 2026 LIV Golf season beginning February 7 in Riyadh; the five-time major champion will remain connected to the rival circuit but needs more time for his family. This was reportedly a friendly agreement, according to LIV CEO Scott McNeil’s official statement. Koepka is a competitor who thrives in high-level competition, something he only partially found in LIV. He initially joined LIV in 2022 mostly due to injury concerns and to secure a strong retirement fund. Therefore, skipping the final contracted season is not surprising, although questions remain regarding any buyout or repayment of guaranteed money. He also remains the owner of LIV team Smash GC, now captained by Talor Gooch.
Speculation is growing about where Koepka will play next: the DP World Tour, where he would be eligible immediately, possibly paying a penalty; or the PGA Tour, where he would have to serve a one-year suspension following his last LIV appearance, after lifetime bans by former commissioner Jay Monahan were softened. It now appears partially answered: ESPN journalist Mark Schlabach reported Koepka formally applied to reactivate his PGA Tour membership last Friday to rejoin the playing field.
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