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As expected, Brooks Koepka has withdrawn from the 2026 LIV Golf season starting February 7 in Riyadh; the five-time major champion remains connected to the competing circuit, needing more family time. This was amicably agreed upon, according to LIV CEO Scott McNeil’s official statement. Koepka is a competitive type who thrives under top-level competition, which he found limited at LIV. Originally, in 2022, he joined LIV mainly due to injury concerns and to secure a retirement fund. His opting out of the final contracted season raises questions about buyouts or reimbursement. He remains the owner of LIV team Smash GC with Talor Gooch as the new captain.
Speculation grows about Koepka’s next playing opportunities. Would it be on the DP World Tour, where he could play immediately, possibly facing a penalty? Or the PGA Tour, where a one-year suspension from his last LIV event still applies, after lifetime bans by ex-commissioner Jay Monahan were significantly softened? Returning LIV players benefit the established tour, so this critical question gains clarity. ESPN’s Mark Schlabach reported Koepka formally requested reactivation of his PGA Tour membership last Friday.
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