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As expected, Brooks Koepka has withdrawn from the 2026 LIV Golf League season starting February 7 in Riyadh; the five-time major winner remains connected to the rival circuit but needs more time for his family. This was agreed upon amicably, according to LIV CEO Scott McNeil’s official statement. Koepka is a competitor who thrives in high-level competition, something the LIV Tour has only partially offered. He initially joined LIV in 2022 while fearing an early end to his career due to injuries and to secure a solid retirement fund. Given this context, his decision to skip the final contracted season is not surprising, although questions remain whether he had to buy out his contract or return part of his guaranteed payment. Is the 35-year-old still owner of his LIV team Smash GC, which has named Talor Gooch as the new captain?
Speculation grows on which tour Koepka will next appear. The DP World Tour would immediately grant playing rights, possibly with a penalty, or the PGA Tour, where he faces a one-year suspension from his last LIV event, after lifelong bans imposed by former Commissioner Jay Monahan were significantly softened. It makes sense not to be vindictive when every prominent LIV returnee ultimately benefits the established tour. This main question seems partly answered: according to ESPN journalist Mark Schlabach, Koepka formally applied last Friday to reactivate his PGA Tour membership, which was not extended after 2022, and to be readmitted to the playing ranks.