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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 will remain connected to the rival circuit but needs more family time. This was amicably agreed upon, according to LIV CEO Scott McNeill. Koepka, known as a competitor who thrives in high-level contests, felt less motivated at LIV. He initially joined LIV in 2022 anticipating an early career end due to injury and to secure a solid retirement fund. His decision not to play the final contractual season raises questions about buyout or payment returns. He remains owner of LIV team Smash GC, now captained by Talor Gooch.
Speculation surrounds where Koepka will play next: the DP World Tour, where he could play immediately likely with a penalty, or the PGA Tour, where he faces a one-year suspension post LIV participation, though Jay Monahan’s lifetime bans have been softened. Why hold grudges when a prominent LIV returnee benefits the PGA Tour? ESPN’s Mark Schlabach reports Koepka formally applied last Friday to reactivate his PGA Tour membership after 2022’s lapse.
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