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Former world No. 1 forgoing the final year on his contract, sparking speculation about eventual return to PGA Tour
Published Dec 23, 2025 • 2 minute read
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Brooks Koepka, 35, is a former world No. 1. He signed with the Saudi Arabian-financed breakaway league in June 2022. (Scott Taetsch/LIV Golf via AP) Photo by Scott Taetsch /THE ASSOCIATED PRESSArticle content
One of golf’s top talents will not be competing in LIV Golf in 2026, the league announced Tuesday.
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Brooks Koepka, a five-time major champion, will be replaced by fellow American Talor Gooch as captain of Smash GC, LIV Golf League CEO Scott O’Neil said in a statement
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“We have amicably and mutually agreed that Brooks Koepka will no longer compete in the LIV Golf League, following the 2025 season,” O’Neil said. “Brooks is prioritizing the needs of his family and staying closer to home. We appreciate the significant impact he has had on the game and wish him continued success, both on and off the course.”
Koepka, 35, is a former world No. 1. He signed with the Saudi Arabian-financed breakaway league in June 2022.
The West Palm Beach-born golfer reportedly has one year remaining on his contract, which was worth more than $100 million.
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Koepka’s management team issued a statement, thanking Yasir Al-Rumayyan, governor of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, O’Neil and LIV Golf League’s management team, along with his teammates and fans.
Family first
“Family has always guided Brooks’ decisions, and he feels this is the right moment to spend more time at home,” Koepka’s management team said. “Brooks will continue to be a huge supporter of LIV Golf and wishes the league and its players continued success. Brooks remains passionate about the game of golf and will keep fans updated on what’s ahead.”
In October, Koepka’s wife Jena announced on social media that she had suffered a miscarriage at 16 weeks. The couple shares a two-year-old son, Crewe.
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Return to PGA Tour?
It wasn’t immediately clear when Koepka might be allowed to return to the PGA Tour if he opts to return. Former PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan suspected golfers who competed in LIV Golf tournaments without conflicting-event releases.
“Brooks Koepka is a highly accomplished professional, and we wish him and his family continued success,” the PGA Tour said in a statement. “The PGA Tour continues to offer the best professional golfers the most competitive, challenging and lucrative environment in which to pursue greatness.”
Citing sources, ESPN reported that Koepka informed the PGA Tour of his plan to leave LIV Golf before announcing his exit Tuesday.
Koepka missed the cut in three of the four majors this past season.
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