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As expected, Brooks Koepka has opted out of the 2026 LIV Golf season starting February 7 in Riyadh; the five-time major champion intends to stay connected to the rival circuit but needs more family time. This was reportedly agreed amicably, according to LIV CEO Scott McNeil. However, the true motivation likely relates to Koepka’s competitive nature, who thrives on high-level competition and was only partially motivated at LIV. Having joined LIV in 2022 primarily due to injury concerns and securing a solid retirement fund, Koepka’s decision to skip his final contracted season is understandable, though questions remain about financial settlements and his ownership status of Smash GC, now led by Talor Gooch.
Speculation centers on where Koepka will play next—immediately eligible for the DP World Tour, possibly with a penalty, or aiming to return to the PGA Tour where he faces a one-year suspension following his last LIV appearance. The lifetime bans previously imposed have been significantly softened. Recently, ESPN journalist Mark Schlabach reported that Koepka formally applied last Friday to reactivate his PGA Tour membership, seeking reinstatement after non-renewal post-2022.
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