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As expected, Brooks Koepka has withdrawn from the 2026 LIV Golf season starting on February 7 in Riyadh; the five-time major champion will stay connected to the competing circuit but needs more time for his family. This was reportedly agreed upon amicably, according to LIV CEO Scott McNeil’s official statement. Koepka is known as a competitor who thrives in high-level contests — something he only partially experienced with LIV. Having joined LIV in 2022 mainly because of injury concerns and to secure a solid retirement, it’s not surprising he opted out of the final contract year, although questions remain about potential buyouts or repayments. It also remains to be seen if the 35-year-old continues as an owner of his LIV team Smash GC, which has already named Talor Gooch as captain.
Speculation abounds regarding which tours Koepka will compete on next. He could be immediately eligible on the DP World Tour, possibly involving some penalty, or on the PGA Tour, where he faces a one-year suspension after his last LIV event. Former commissioner Jay Monahan’s lifetime bans have been softened, allowing returnees a chance. Recent reports from ESPN’s Mark Schlabach reveal Koepka formally applied last Friday to reactivate his PGA Tour membership and to be reinstated as a player.