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Victor Perez Becomes First French Player to Join LIV, Signs With Cleeks GC for 2026

The move follows a difficult year that left his PGA status at risk.

Overview

  • Perez withdrew from this week’s RSM Classic after the announcement, with Tommy Gainey added to the field in his place.
  • He replaces Frederik Kjettrup on Cleeks GC and joins Martin Kaymer, Richard Bland and Adrian Meronk on a team that finished 12th of 13 in 2025.
  • Under current PGA Tour restrictions, his switch makes him ineligible for PGA Tour events.
  • The 33-year-old cited LIV’s “innovation and energy” and is set to debut at LIV Golf Riyadh in February.
  • With LIV events not receiving OWGR points, his world ranking is likely to decline, mirroring drops seen by other players who moved to the league.