Overview
- Koepka has formally applied to regain PGA Tour membership, the Tour confirmed, less than a month after his December departure from LIV Golf.
- Tour leadership has begun a disciplinary review involving the policy board and player directors, with a committee chaired by Tiger Woods advising on next steps.
- Past practice ties eligibility to one year from a player’s last unauthorized start, and some reporting cites precedents that could push a practical return to 2027.
- Player sentiment is divided, with Rory McIlroy favoring a quick return while Smylie Kaufman and Brandel Chamblee argue for consistent penalties and protection of signature‑event spots.
- LIV Golf is working to bolster its lineup following Koepka’s exit, as CEO Scott O’Neil signals efforts to close additional signings before the new season.