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As expected, Brooks Koepka has opted out of the 2026 LIV Golf season starting February 7 in Riyadh; the five-time major winner remains connected to the rival circuit but needs more time for family. This was reportedly a friendly agreement, stated LIV CEO Scott McNeil. Skeptics point out Koepka’s competitive spirit, which thrives in high-level competition—a factor LIV only partially satisfied. Koepka initially joined LIV in 2022 mainly due to injury concerns about ending his career prematurely and to secure a substantial retirement fund. Thus, skipping the last contractual season is not surprising, though questions remain about buyouts or repayments. It’s unclear if the 35-year-old remains an owner of his LIV team Smash GC, which named Talor Gooch as captain.
Speculation is rife about where Koepka will tee off next: the DP World Tour, where he would be immediately eligible, possibly facing a penalty fee, or the PGA Tour, where a one-year suspension has been reduced, allowing potential return. According to ESPN journalist Mark Schlabach, Koepka formally applied last Friday to reactivate his PGA Tour membership and rejoin the player ranks.
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