Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm, and Cam Smith are staying put with LIV Golf for the 2026 season. Their commitments follow Brooks Koepka’s surprise exit from the Saudi-backed circuit and return to the PGA Tour. DeChambeau, Rahm, and Smith all confirmed their intentions publicly, signaling a clear split from Koepka’s move.

The PGA Tour created a special pathway for Koepka to regain his membership, offering a one-time window for other major winners to reapply. DeChambeau, Rahm, and Smith face a February 2 deadline but have chosen to remain with their LIV teams, prioritizing contract stability and team captaincy roles over a return.

Koepka cited family time for his LIV departure, but his high profile forced the Tour’s hand on policy. Meanwhile, Phil Mickelson remains ineligible for the new program. LIV Golf’s 2026 season now features a clear divide, with these stars committed to growing the league while the Tour continues its membership overhaul.