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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 remains connected to the rival circuit but needs more time for his family. This was reportedly a friendly agreement, according to LIV CEO Scott McNeil’s official statement. Koepka, a competitor who thrives in high-stakes tournaments, struggled to find that level of motivation in LIV. He initially joined LIV in 2022 primarily due to injury concerns that threatened his career and to secure a solid retirement fund, so skipping his final contracted season is not surprising, though questions remain about possible buyouts or repayments. The 35-year-old still retains ownership of the LIV team Smash GC, now captained by Talor Gooch.
Speculation is rife on which fairways Koepka will next appear. The DP World Tour would allow immediate eligibility, perhaps with a penalty, or the PGA Tour, where he faces a one-year suspension following his last LIV appearance, with previous lifetime bans softened. ESPN’s Mark Schlabach reports Koepka formally applied last Friday to reactivate his PGA Tour membership after not renewing post-2022, seeking reinstatement to the player pool.
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