First start already at Farmers, Vijay Singh returning, Charley Hull soon on YouTube. The Back Nine.
As expected, Brooks Koepka has withdrawn from the 2026 LIV Golf season starting February 7 in Riyadh; the five-time major winner remains connected to the rival circuit but needs more time for family. This was agreed amicably, according to LIV CEO Scott McNeil’s official statement. Koepka is a competitor who thrives on high-level competition, something he lacked at LIV. He initially joined LIV in 2022 due to injury and to secure retirement money. Thus, skipping the final contracted season is not surprising though questions remain about contract payments and ownership of his LIV team Smash GC, now captained by Talor Gooch.
Speculations about Koepka’s next tour abound. Will he appear on the DP World Tour, where he could play immediately (possibly paying a penalty)? Or will he return to the PGA Tour, where he would serve a one-year suspension following LIV participation after lifetime bans were reduced? Why be vindictive when every LIV returnee benefits the stronger tour? ESPN journalist Mark Schlabach reported Koepka filed a formal request last Friday to reactivate his non-renewed PGA Tour membership and rejoin the player roster.
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