The LIV Golf League season kicks off on February 4 with new players and rules. An overview of teams and all the changes.
The LIV Golf season starts on February 4 with several changes and new faces. In addition to format changes, prize money and point systems have also been adjusted.
More Holes, More Prize Money and More Points
The LIV Golf League launches in 2026 with an expanded competition concept. More rounds, an enhanced point system, and increased prize money bring several changes to the new season. A total of 57 players, including 52 permanent team players and five wildcard players, make up the field. They are divided into 13 teams, each with four professionals plus the wildcards who compete solely in the individual ranking. There will be 14 events in total, featuring both team and individual competitions.
New Points System: Every Point Counts in the Fight for Prize Money
Starting in 2026, LIV Golf introduces a more comprehensive points system. A total of 1,000 individual points are awarded per event, with the winner receiving 200 points. Crucially, every placement earns points, replacing the previous all-or-nothing system.
In the team ranking, there is a paradigm shift as well. Whereas previously only the top 8 teams earned points, now all teams are rewarded. The winning team receives 30 points, the runner-up 15, and even the last-place team gets 2 points, ensuring all teams remain competitive until the final day.
The financial dimension also grows significantly: the weekly team prize money doubles from $5 million to $10 million. From 2026, every team will receive prize money depending on their placement, not only the top teams. Additionally, a new individual prize money model awards €2.3 million weekly to the best individual players from podium teams. In total, €470 million in prize money is up for grabs this season.
Team Championship as the Grand Finale of the LIV Golf Tour
The season concludes with the 14th event, the Team Championship dedicated exclusively to the team title. It begins with a match play format: in the quarter- and semifinals, each team competes in two singles matches (one-on-one) plus a foursome. Sunday’s final round is stroke play, with all four players from each team playing together and all scores counting. The team with the lowest total score is crowned the season’s team champion.