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As expected, Brooks Koepka has withdrawn from the 2026 LIV Golf season starting February 7 in Riyadh.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 Champion will remain connected to the rival circuit but needs more time for family, according to LIV CEO Scott McNeil’s official statement. Koepka, a fierce competitor who thrives in high-level competition, showed limited enthusiasm at LIV. In 2022, he joined LIV mainly due to injury concerns and to secure a solid retirement fund. Skipping the last contract year is unsurprising though questions remain about potential buyouts or repayments. He remains owner of the LIV team Smash GC, now captained by Talor Gooch.
Speculation abounds on which tour Koepka will compete next. Will he play on the DP World Tour immediately, possibly paying a penalty? Or return to the PGA Tour after serving a one-year suspension following his last LIV participation? Notably, lifetime bans imposed by former Commissioner Jay Monahan were softened. Returning LIV players, especially stars like Koepka, greatly benefit the PGA Tour. ESPN’s Mark Schlabach reports Koepka formally requested reinstatement to PGA Tour membership last Friday.
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