Sergio Garcia has confirmed he is leaving LIV Golf to rejoin the DP World Tour, becoming the latest big name to make the switch. The Spaniard said the most exciting part of the move for him is strengthening personal relationships, both new and old.
Garcia was sanctioned by the DP World Tour for breaking its rules when he defected to LIV, which made him ineligible for the 2023 Ryder Cup. He later had to settle outstanding fines, reported to be more than £1m, to become eligible for the 2025 edition, but he was ultimately not selected. The event's record points scorer, who helped Europe to six wins from 10 Ryder Cup appearances, now hopes to return to the team's camp at Adare Manor in Ireland next year as a player or vice-captain. "Another goal is to make that Ryder Cup team, and to be an asset to the guys in whatever capacity that may be," he said. Under current tour rules, however, he cannot serve as a future captain or vice-captain.
Garcia may also face an awkward reunion with the PGA Tour. Before leaving for LIV in 2022, he told a rules official at the Wells Fargo Championship: "I can't wait to leave this tour." He remains eligible to play in majors. At this year's Masters, after a poor shot, he slammed his driver into the Augusta turf and hit a nearby cooler, snapping the head off his club. He has since apologised and said he is ready to show what he has learned.
Looking ahead, Garcia said he is eager to compete in the tournaments before next April's Masters. "Augusta has given me some of the greatest moments of my life, and I'd love nothing more than to chase another green jacket at such a special place."
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