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As expected: Brooks Koepka has officially opted out of the 2026 LIV Golf season, starting February 7 in Riyadh; the five-time major winner stays connected to the competing circuit but needs more time for his family. This friendly agreement was stated by LIV CEO Scott McNeill. Koepka is a competitor who thrives in high-level contests, which he found somewhat lacking at LIV. He initially joined LIV in 2022 fearing his career might end due to injury and to secure a solid retirement fund. Thus, skipping the last contractual season is not surprising, though questions remain about possible buyouts or partial refunds. Koepka remains owner of LIV team Smash GC, which appointed Talor Gooch as captain.
Speculations abound about where Koepka will compete next. The DP World Tour would grant immediate playing rights, possibly incurring a penalty. The PGA Tour imposes a one-year suspension since his last LIV appearance, after former commissioner Jay Monahan reduced permanent bans. Such leniency benefits the PGA Tour, making returns more feasible. According to ESPN’s Mark Schlabach, Koepka formally applied last Friday to reactivate his PGA Tour membership and rejoin the player roster, which he left in 2022.
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