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As expected, Brooks Koepka has officially withdrawn from the LIV Golf League for the 2026 season starting February 7 in Riyadh; the five-time major champion remains connected to the rival circuit but needs more family time. This amicable agreement was announced by LIV CEO Scott McNeil. However, Koepka is known as a competitive player who thrives in high-level contests, something he found limited in LIV. Koepka originally joined LIV in 2022 due to injury concerns threatening his career and to secure a solid retirement fund. Given this, his decision to skip the last contractually obligated season is not surprising, though questions remain about possible buyouts or repayments. He still owns his LIV team Smash GC, which recently appointed Talor Gooch as the new captain.
Speculation surrounds where Koepka will compete next — the DP World Tour, where he would be immediately eligible possibly with a fine, or the PGA Tour, where he must serve a one-year suspension since his last LIV event, after former Commissioner Jay Monahan reduced lifetime bans. Returning to the PGA Tour could suit both Koepka and the tour’s interests. According to ESPN journalist Mark Schlabach, Koepka formally submitted an application last Friday to reactivate his PGA Tour membership and rejoin the player ranks.