At the LIV Golf Promotions in Florida, several German-speaking pros compete for three spots in the LIV Golf League 2026.
From January 8 to 11, things get serious in Lecanto, Florida. The LIV Golf Promotions bring together nearly 90 players from 24 countries, all aiming for one of three wild-card spots for the LIV Golf League 2026. The path to qualification consists of four stroke-play rounds, with a new cut each day and fresh opportunities. Those who make it to the weekend fight for a total purse of $1.5 million and a place in the global LIV Golf circuit. At the end, three spots for the LIV Golf League 2026 are at stake, including guaranteed starts in all 13 events. Ten more players secure start rights for the International Series.
LIV Golf Opens the Door – Who Will Take the Leap into the League?
The field includes tour winners, former LIV players, and newcomers, all highly competitive. For some players, this event is about a comeback, for others, a breakthrough. Among them, five German-speaking players see this event as a true opportunity and possibly the beginning of a new chapter.
Max Kieffer Facing the Next Chapter
For Max Kieffer, this event might be the most important appearance since his DP World Tour win in 2022. After 13 years on the European main tour, he lost his tour card. The 2025 season was disappointing, with Kieffer falling in rankings and missing Q-School. Now comes LIV Golf. The Düsseldorf native brings experience and a clear mindset that it is not over yet: “We’re not done yet,” he recently said. Florida will show how far the road back really is.
Foos, Bachem, Rottluff, Schwab: Each with Their Own Story
Another approach but a similar goal: Dominic Foos caught attention with an Asian Tour win in 2025. Consistent play and international experience earned him a place in the promotions. Now he wants more. For the 28-year-old, a jump into the LIV Golf League would not only be a sporting step up but also a launchpad into the tour spotlight.
Nick Bachem had a bitter 2025 with injury, loss of form, and finishing last in Q-School – the year did not go as planned. But those who know the 26-year-old know he does not give up easily. Bachem has already shown he can win at a top level. Similarly, Matthias Schwab missed the Q-School final round and thus any realistic