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Brooks Koepka set to learn PGA Tour fate as decision nears

Just a few weeks after stepping away from LIV Golf, Brooks Koepka is already eyeing a return to the PGA Tour in 2026. Koepka left LIV Golf last month and has quickly moved forward with his plans for what comes next.

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One-time PGA Tour champion branded as the best driver since Rory McIlroy

There is no question that Rory McIlroy has plenty of strengths, but his driving has always been what sets him apart. Tommy Fleetwood considers the Northern Irishman to be the most talented player of this generation, a testament to his status as an all-time great.

Golf News / HITC / January 12

How Tyrrell Hatton could overtake Bryson DeChambeau as LIV Golf’s main asset in 2026

LIV Golf is facing one of its biggest challenges yet following Brooks Koepka’s move to leave before the start of the 2026 season. His decision was enough to catch the attention of critics, with many pointing out that Koepka was willing to pay a hefty fee just to exit his contract a year early.

Golf News / HITC / January 12

Billy Horschel responds as Anthony Kim seals swift return to LIV Golf

After losing his card in 2025, Anthony Kim has bounced back and secured a full LIV Golf spot for the 2026 season thanks to an impressive run in Florida last week.

Golf News / HITC / January 12

Phil Mickelson applauds Anthony Kim for getting his ‘life back’ in comeback win

Phil Mickelson calls Anthony Kim’s LIV Golf return ‘inspirational’ after Promotions triumph. Anthony Kim earned one of three full-season places through the LIV Promotions event at Black Diamond Ranch in Florida, completing a comeback that has captured the attention of the golf world.

Anthony Kim News / Field Level Media / January 11

Anthony Kim among 3 to earn spots via LIV Golf Promotions

Richard T. Lee of Canada, Bjorn Hellgren of Sweden and former wunderkind Anthony Kim earned wild-card spots for the 2026 LIV Golf season by placing on the LIV Golf Promotions podium Sunday in Lecanto, Fla.

Brooks Koepka News / HITC / January 11

Why LIV Golf urgently need Brooks Koepka back on the PGA Tour

Brooks Koepka parted ways with LIV Golf in December 2025, and there is no secret he has focused on getting back to the PGA Tour this year. He spent three years in the Saudi-backed league after joining in June 2022, picking up an individual title and helping Smash GC win a team championship along the way.

Golf News / HITC / January 11

Smylie Kaufman reveals what he hopes won’t happen if Brooks Koepka regains PGA Tour status

Brooks Koepka has taken his first steps since parting ways with LIV Golf back in December. The golf world had been waiting to see what his next move would be after the mutual termination of Brooks Koepka’s contract with LIV Golf.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 10

Richard T. Lee again atop leaderboard at LIV Golf Promotions

Canadian Richard T. Lee continued to have the sharpest game at the LIV Golf Promotions event, taking a two-shot lead into the final day at Black Diamond Ranch in Lecanto, Fla.

Golf News / HITC / January 10

How Tiger Woods could decide Brooks Koepka’s PGA Tour future

Tiger Woods is expected to play a significant role in the next steps regarding Brooks Koepka. Koepka has applied to be reinstated as a PGA Tour member, and there are valid points on both sides of the debate.

Brooks Koepka News / HITC / January 10

What the PGA Tour plans to do next after Brooks Koepka reapplies for membership

Brooks Koepka has taken the first step towards a return to the PGA Tour, formally submitting his application to regain membership. This move comes just months after his high-profile departure from LIV Golf in December.

Scottie Scheffler News / HITC / January 10

Scottie Scheffler’s latest decision could make 2026 even tougher for his rivals

Scottie Scheffler is already an established superstar in the world of golf, and it wouldn’t be a surprise to see him become even more dominant in 2026.

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Jordan Spieth News / HITC / January 10

How a simple change could help Jordan Spieth get back into the top five

Jordan Spieth’s game has been on a steady decline for over three years now. Spieth hasn’t lifted a trophy since April 2022, and it’s clear he hasn’t looked the same player since then.

Anthony Kim News / Field Level Media / January 9

Anthony Kim makes clutch putt to advance at LIV Golf Promotions

Anthony Kim made an 8-foot birdie putt on his final hole Friday to make the cut on the number and advance to the weekend at the LIV Golf Promotions event at Black Diamond Ranch in Lecanto, Fla.

Brooks Koepka News / Field Level Media / January 9

Reports: Brooks Koepka applies for PGA Tour reinstatement

Brooks Koepka applied for reinstatement with the PGA Tour on Friday just weeks after departing LIV Golf, according to multiple reports. The five-time major winner announced on Dec.

Bubba Watson News / Field Level Media / January 9

Bubba Watson's team stays intact as RangeGoats GC re-signs trio

RangeGoats GC re-signed Ben Campbell, Peter Uihlein and Matthew Wolff on Friday, ensuring captain Bubba Watson's team will remain intact for the upcoming LIV Golf season.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 9

Future of PGA Tour's Hawaii swing in jeopardy amid changes

Next week's season-opening Sony Open in Hawaii could mark the end of the PGA Tour's Hawaiian swing with the tour evaluating a potential overhaul to its traditional event calendar.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 9

Jon Rahm 'had an idea' Brooks Koepka's split from LIV Golf was coming

Like many others, Jon Rahm is not quite sure what Brooks Koepka's surprising early split from LIV Golf means for the American's future in professional golf.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 9

PGA Tour confirms Farmers ending Torrey Pines sponsorship

The PGA Tour confirmed on Friday that 2026 will be the final year that Farmers Insurance serves as the title sponsor of the Torrey Pines tournament, which will be held Jan.

Scottie Scheffler News / Athlon Sports / January 8

The Return of World #1: Scottie Scheffler Skips Hawaii, Eyes California

The 2026 PGA TOUR season officially kicks off next week at Waialae Country Club for the Sony Open in Hawaii. Nick Taylor defends his title. 120 players chase a $9.1 million purse.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 7

Kai Trump announces she underwent wrist surgery

Kai Trump, the granddaughter of President Donald J. Trump, announced Wednesday that she underwent surgery on her left wrist for a golf injury. "Today, I underwent left wrist surgery to address injuries to the stabilizing tissues of my ECU tendon and damage to my triangular fibrocartilage complex," she said in a post on Instagram.