Brooks Koepka, one of the biggest names in golf, has reportedly expressed regret over his decision to leave the PGA Tour for the LIV Golf League. According to Alan Shipnuck of The Fire Pit Collective, Koepka feels “buyer’s remorse” after taking the money offered by LIV Golf League.
Despite doubts about his long-term health, he joined the league last June for a fee of around $100 million. Koepka had been dealing with serious knee and hip injuries before joining LIV. He allegedly confided in those closest to him that he wasn’t sure if he would ever be fully healthy again.
The LIV Golf League has been a polarizing newcomer to the golf industry, and it remains uncertain if it can sustain competition with the well-established PGA Tour. While the likes of Koepka may have viewed joining LIV as a favorable move initially, its ultimate long-term payoff remains unknown.
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Four-time major champion, Brooks Koepka, reconsidering career move due to improved health
As per Shipnuck’s report, Koepka is presently reconsidering his career choice and is feeling confident about his future. Koepka’s decision to join the LIV Golf League dealt a major setback to the PGA Tour, considering his stature in the sport.
The verdict of the ongoing European Tour lawsuit in the UK could be crucial in shaping the future of LIV Golf and its players. Should the players win the lawsuit, it might give LIV Golf players unfettered access to the Euro Tour and allow them to compete for Europe in the Ryder Cup.
Since its inception, the LIV Golf League has been a contentious topic within the golf community. Numerous players have voiced concerns over the league’s perceived attempt to undermine the PGA Tour and its longstanding customs. Some have even gone as far as to label it a “money grab,” prioritizing players’ interests over the sport’s integrity.
Despite criticism, LIV Golf has managed to lure top golfers from the PGA Tour with its tempting contracts. Phil Mickelson, the recent winner of the PGA Championship, is among the league’s most ardent endorsers, having strongly hinted that he signed a $200 million deal. He has openly praised the league’s imaginative format and amplified visibility.
Koepka’s future in golf remains uncertain. As a four-time major champion and a respected competitor, his departure from LIV Golf could jeopardize the league’s credibility and influence in attracting other high-profile players.
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