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As expected: Brooks Koepka has officially withdrawn from the 2026 LIV League season starting February 7 in Riyadh; the five-time major champion stays connected to the rival circuit but needs more family time, according to LIV CEO Scott McNeil’s statement. Koepka, a competitor who thrives on high-level competition, was less motivated in LIV. He joined LIV in 2022 mainly due to injuries and financial security for retirement. Questions remain whether he had to buy out or repay part of his guaranteed fee, and if he remains owner of his LIV team Smash GC, now captained by Talor Gooch.
Speculation grows about where Koepka will next compete: DP World Tour, likely with immediate eligibility but possibly a fine; or PGA Tour, where he faces a one-year suspension since his last LIV event, after former commissioner Jay Monahan reduced lifetime bans. Why be vindictive when every LIV returnee ultimately benefits the better-established PGA Tour? ESPN’s Mark Schlabach reported Koepka formally applied last Friday to reactivate his PGA Tour membership and rejoin the players’ pool.
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