PGA Tour Issues Cryptic Message Following Brooks Koepka’s Departure from LIV Golf After 4 Years

Brooks Koepka left the PGA Tour in 2022 and joined LIV Golf in a deal reported to be around $130 million.

PGA Tour Issues Cryptic Message Following Brooks Koepka’s Departure from LIV Golf After 4 Years

Brooks Koepka (Image via Imago)

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Brooks Koepka is leaving LIV Golf. On Tuesday, the LIV Golf announced the departure of the former World No.1 golfer. The PGA Tour would later issue a cryptic message regarding him.

The 35-year-old was one of the high-profile names who left the PGA Tour and caused a major divide in golf. He and several others joined LIV Golf on huge money deals, leading to major outrage among the golfing community.

After having success in his first three seasons, Koepka struggled with form in 2025. In 13 events on LIV Golf this year, he managed just 2 top-10 finishes. In the final LIV Golf Indianapolis event, he finished 50th in the standings.

He had a tough time in the majors, too. Out of the 4 major championships, he made the cut in only one of them. Following a poor showing in the Masters Tournament and the PGA Championship, he made the cut at the U.S. Open in Oakmont.

While he seemed to be in contention for a while, he eventually finished T12 in his national Open. A month later he ended up missing the cut again, this time at the Open Championship following scores of 75 and 74 in the first two rounds.

Following a challenging season both on and off the fields, Koepka would leave LIV Golf. In a post on X, his league would post a simple “Thank you” message.

LIV Golf and Koepka’s management team cited family as a reason for him leaving the breakaway tour.

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.

LIV Golf said in their statement regarding Brooks Koepka

With his departure, the big question in the minds of every fan is where he will play next. In the midst of this, the PGA Tour issued a cryptic message on X through their official communications account.

Brooks Koepka is a highly accomplished professional, and we wish him and his family continued success. The PGA Tour continues to offer the best professional golfers the most competitive, challenging and lucrative environment in which to pursue greatness.

PGA Tour Communications said on X regarding Brooks Koepka

At the moment, it is unclear whether Brooks Koepka will be permitted to play on the PGA Tour again. He will need to reapply for his membership if he wants to return to the Tour.

He did not reapply for this before the 2022-23 season. On top of that, the tour could take some disciplinary action against him for him leaving them and joining LIV Golf.

Talor Gooch named as new captain of Smash GC following Brooks Koepka’s exit

Brooks Koepka‘s departure from LIV Golf left the golf fans stunned across social media. Following his exit, LIV Golf announced Talor Gooch as the new captain of the Smash GC.

Brooks Koepka and Talor Gooch
Brooks Koepka and Talor Gooch (Image via Imago)

Koepka was named as the captain of Smash GC in 2022 after he joined the LIV Golf. While the team underwent several changes since then, he remained as their captain for the first 4 seasons.

With his leave, Gooch has been named as the new captain. After winning the 2023 Individual Championship, beating out Cameron Smith and Koepka in the process, he joined Smash GC in 2024. He will now lead the team as their new captain.

Koepka’s exit has also left a massive hole in the team. The Smash GC currently consists of Gooch, Graeme McDowell and Jason Kokrak. It remains to be seen who will replace the 5-time major champion in this team for the 2026 season.

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