LIV Golf CEO Gives Update Regarding Brooks Koepka’s Future

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00:00LiveGolf CEO gives update regarding Brooks Koepka's future.

00:05Brooks Koepka isn't going anywhere, at least not back to the PGA Tour.

00:09In a decisive move that silences months of speculation, LiveGolf CEO Scott O'Neill has

00:14confirmed that the five-time major champion has signed on the dotted line to remain with

00:18the Saudi-backed league through 2026. Despite whispers around the industry that Koepka might

00:24be plotting a return to the PGA Tour, O'Neill made it clear during a recent interview with

00:28Sports Business Journal that Koepka is locked in.

00:32I know you're not going to want to hear this one, but he is signed for 2026, O'Neill stated,

00:37pointing out Live's general policy of limited player announcements, but making an exception

00:41in Koepka's case. Brooks Koepka has ended speculation about a possible PGA Tour return by recommitting

00:48to LiveGolf after his initial multi-year deal expired. The Smash GC captain, who reportedly

00:54joined Live in 2022 for $125 million, will continue leading a team that includes Taylor

01:00Gooch, Graham McDowell, and Jason Kokrak. With major stars like Dustin Johnson and Jon Rahm

01:07also locked in long-term, LiveGolf is solidifying its status as a lasting, established league rather

01:13than a temporary disruptor. Dustin Johnson, reportedly a $200 million signing, has renewed

01:19with LiveGolf, reinforcing the league's long-term stability. Talks continue with Bryson DeChambeau,

01:25another $125 million star, whose visibility on and off the course has boosted Live's reach.

01:32Jon Rahm and Tyrell Hatton remain under contract from their 2024 arrivals, though DP World Tour

01:38fines are still unresolved. With the Saudi PIF reducing massive upfront deals, Live's roster

01:45now appears more settled and built for longevity. As Live heads toward its 2026 opener in Riyadh,

01:52its leaders are pushing not just for player retention but for OWGR recognition. O'Neal

01:58said discussions with the OWGR board are ongoing, describing Live's chances as a puncher's chance

02:04and noting continued back and forth. Even without points, Live's ability to keep stars signals

02:10growing stability. With Brooks Koepka locked in for 2026, the message is clear. The league

02:16is controversial but firmly committed to the long game.