First start already at the Farmers, Vijay Singh eager for a comeback, Charley Hull launching a YouTube channel soon. The Back Nine.
As expected, Brooks Koepka has withdrawn from the 2026 LIV season starting February 7 in Riyadh; the five-time major champion will remain connected to the rival circuit but needs more time for family. This was reportedly agreed upon amicably, according to LIV CEO Scott McNeil. Koepka is a competitor who thrives on high-level competition, which he found lacking at LIV; he joined LIV in 2022 primarily due to injury concerns and to secure a solid retirement fund. Hence, his skipping the final contract year is not surprising, though questions remain about possible buyouts or payback. He remains an owner of the LIV team Smash GC, which elected Talor Gooch as captain.
Speculation grows on which tour Koepka will next play. The DP World Tour would immediately allow him to compete, possibly with a penalty? Or the PGA Tour, from which he has a one-year suspension following his last LIV event, due to softened lifetime bans previously imposed. This key question seems partly answered. ESPN journalist Mark Schlabach reported Koepka formally applied last Friday to reactivate his PGA Tour membership that had not been renewed after 2022, aiming for reinstatement to the player group.
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