Brooks Koepka announces return to PGA Tour as organization unveils "Returning Member Program" for LIV golfers
Brooks Koepka is officially back on the PGA Tour. The 35-year-old golfer announced the news Monday, just as the PGA Tour unveiled a new initiative aimed at getting other LIV golfers to return to the PGA Tour.
Koepka announced his decision on social media, saying it was always a dream to play on the PGA Tour. He added that new leadership drew him back to the program, though the decision will come with financial penalties. He also thanked the fans for supporting him.
I want to thank my family and my team for their continued support throughout every step of my professional career. When I was a child, I always dreamed about competing on the @PGATOUR, and I am just as excited today to announce that I am returning to the PGA TOUR. Being closer to… pic.twitter.com/SEIehuZN7O
— Brooks Koepka (@BKoepka) January 12, 2026
Koepka ended his statement by saying he would see the fans soon, when he takes part in the seeing Farmers Insurance Open and WM Phoenix Open.
His decision comes the same day the PGA Tour announced an initiative called the "Returning Members Program." The program opens the door for elite golfers to return to the PGA Tour after leaving for LIV.
The PGA Tour does not specifically mention LIV in its statement.
An open letter from PGA TOUR CEO Brian Rolapp pic.twitter.com/jiuZk1RiLp
— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) January 12, 2026
This story will be updated.
