Why is Brooks Koepka returning to the PGA Tour?

Brooks Koepka is returning to the PGA Tour to resume his career and compete against top players, just five weeks after joining LIV Golf.

What is the financial penalty for Brooks Koepka's return to the PGA Tour?

Brooks Koepka must make a $5 million donation to charity as a financial penalty for his return to the PGA Tour.

Who else can return to the PGA Tour under the new program?

The one-time program allows major winners from 2022-2025, such as Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm, and Cameron Smith, to potentially return to the PGA Tour.

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Brooks Koepka Back to PGA Tour After LIV Exit

12 Jan

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Summary

Brooks Koepka returns to PGA Tour five weeks after LIV Golf departure.
Koepka faces a $5 million charity donation as a financial penalty.
A one-time program allows only major winners from 2022-2025 to return.

Brooks Koepka Back to PGA Tour After LIV Exit

Brooks Koepka is set to rejoin the PGA Tour, making his return just five weeks after his departure to LIV Golf. He will participate in the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines, resuming his PGA Tour career under a special "Returning Member Program."

This program comes with a substantial financial penalty, requiring a $5 million donation to charity. Furthermore, Koepka will be ineligible for PGA Tour equity grants for five years and will not receive FedEx Cup bonus money in 2026. He must also qualify for signature events. This unique agreement is a one-time offer, not setting a precedent for future player movements.

Only players with major championships or The Players Championship wins between 2022 and 2025 are eligible. This potentially includes Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm, and Cameron Smith, who have three weeks to decide. The PGA Tour board, with player majority led by Tiger Woods, approved the program, emphasizing its role in strengthening the tour and responding to fan desire for top players competing together.