Overview
- Stenson, 49, has settled DP World Tour fines exceeding £1 million and served an undisclosed suspension, clearing him to resume play next season, according to Bunkered and Reuters.
- Relegated after finishing 49th in LIV’s 2025 standings, he chose not to attempt a return through the league’s Promotions event.
- Bunkered reported it is likely LIV previously covered his fines, though the league has told players it will stop paying such penalties at year’s end.
- A Telegraph report cited by the Mirror says reclassification could leave him without guaranteed spots in marquee DP World Tour events like the BMW PGA Championship and Dubai Desert Classic.
- His move comes as some former LIV players, such as Laurie Canter, secure 2026 status on established tours, yet contractual hurdles and unresolved fines continue to divide the men’s game.