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Henrik Stenson to Return to DP World Tour in 2026 After LIV Relegation

He regained eligibility by settling more than £1 million in fines following relegation from LIV Golf.

Overview

  • Stenson, 49, told Bunkered he will rejoin the European circuit next season rather than attempt LIV Golf’s promotions route.
  • He served an undisclosed suspension and has now restored his DP World Tour status for 2026, according to multiple reports.
  • The Swede finished 49th in LIV’s 2025 standings to land in the league’s drop zone after a season with just one top-20 finish.
  • He previously resigned his DP World Tour card in 2023 and was stripped of the 2023 Team Europe Ryder Cup captaincy after joining LIV.
  • Reports indicate LIV had covered some player fines in the past and has said it will stop doing so at year-end, while the timing of Stenson’s first DP start and his Majesticks GC role remain unclear.