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As expected, Brooks Koepka has withdrawn from the 2026 LIV Golf season starting February 7 in Riyadh; the five-time major winner remains associated with the competing circuit but seeks more family time. This was reportedly agreed upon amicably, according to LIV CEO Scott McNeil. Koepka, known as a competitor who thrives on high-level challenges, was less motivated in LIV. Originally joining LIV in 2022 due to injury concerns and to secure retirement funds, it’s not surprising he forgoes his final contracted season, though questions remain regarding financial settlements and his continued ownership of his LIV team Smash GC, now captained by Talor Gooch.
Speculation is rife over where Koepka will next compete: immediately eligible on the DP World Tour, possibly with a penalty, or on the PGA Tour where he must serve a one-year ban from his last LIV appearance, following softened lifetime bans imposed by former commissioner Jay Monahan. The significant question appears partly answered: ESPN’s Mark Schlabach reports Koepka formally applied last Friday to reinstate his PGA Tour membership and be readmitted to competition.
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