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As expected, Brooks Koepka has officially withdrawn from the 2026 LIV Golf season beginning February 7 in Riyadh. The five-time major winner remains connected to the rival circuit but requires more family time, according to LIV CEO Scott McNeil in an official statement. Koepka, known as a competitor who thrives at the highest levels, was only moderately motivated by LIV events. In 2022, he joined LIV primarily due to injury considerations and financial security for his retirement. His decision to skip the final contract year raises questions about potential buyouts or paybacks. He remains the owner of LIV team Smash GC, with Talor Gooch as the new captain.
Speculations abound about which tours Koepka might play on next — potentially the DP World Tour with immediate eligibility, perhaps involving a penalty, or the PGA Tour where he faces a one-year suspension following his last LIV appearance. Notably, previous lifetime bans by former Commissioner Jay Monahan were significantly softened. Returning LIV players, especially prominent ones like Koepka, stand to benefit the PGA Tour. ESPN journalist Mark Schlabach reported that Koepka formally applied last Friday to reactivate his PGA Tour membership after it was not renewed post-2022.
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