LIV Golf announces return to New York for 2026 season

LIV Golf has confirmed its return to the New York market with an event at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster in August 2026. The tournament marks the league's third visit to the venue and features a field of top players including 13 major champions. Tickets go on sale January 27.

LIV Golf, the global golf league, announced on January 23, 2026, that it will host LIV Golf New York from August 6-9 at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster. This event represents the league's third time at Bedminster and the first since the 2023 season, when Ripper GC captain Cameron Smith won the individual title and his team secured a clean sweep with a 20-under score, beating the field by 11 strokes.

"As we prepare for our biggest season yet, LIV Golf is excited to return to Trump National Bedminster and the bold, championship-caliber test it presents for our players," said Ross Hallett, LIV Golf Executive Vice President, Head of Events. "Following two successful events in 2022 and 2023, we are thrilled to showcase elite golf, family focused activities, an immersive fan environment, and premium hospitality that has become synonymous with the LIV Golf experience."

The 2026 field will include 57 players, among them 13 major champions with 23 major titles combined. Defending individual champion Cameron Smith returns, alongside stars like Joaquin Niemann, Tyrrell Hatton, Bryson DeChambeau of Crushers GC, Jon Rahm of Legion XIII, Bubba Watson of RangeGoats GC, Phil Mickelson of HyFlyers GC, Dustin Johnson and Patrick Reed of 4Aces GC, and Sergio Garcia of Fireballs GC.

Rising talents feature prominently, including 2025 NCAA Division I champion Michael La Sasso (21, HyFlyers GC), 2025 BMW Australian PGA winner Elvis Smylie (23, Ripper GC), 2025 Link Hong Kong Open champion Tom McKibbin (23, Legion XIII), and Spanish prospects Josele Ballester (22, winner of the 2025 PIF Saudi International) and David Puig (24, 2026 BMW Australian PGA champion).

LIV Golf New York is the fifth confirmed U.S. event in a 14-event global schedule, which includes stops in Riyadh, Adelaide, Hong Kong, Singapore, South Africa, Mexico City, Virginia, Andalucía, Louisiana, the United Kingdom, Indianapolis, and Michigan, with one more venue to be announced. Premium hospitality tickets and general admission grounds passes go on sale January 27 at LIVGolf.com, offering world-class golf, live music, and family-friendly experiences.

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Realistic photo illustration of LIV Golf season kickoff in Riyadh, highlighting Bryson DeChambeau teeing off amid roster changes and format buzz.
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LIV Golf season starts in Riyadh with roster changes and format shifts

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The fifth season of LIV Golf kicks off this week at Riyadh Golf Club, Saudi Arabia, amid significant player movements and a controversial format change to 72 holes starting in 2026. Patrick Reed and Brooks Koepka have departed for the PGA Tour, while stars like Bryson DeChambeau express mixed feelings about the league's evolution. Absences of Phil Mickelson and Lee Westwood due to personal reasons add to the pre-event buzz.

LIV Golf revealed significant changes to its 2026 season format on January 28, including a switch to 72-hole events and enhanced team incentives, while also unveiling a new partnership with Rolex for premium hospitality. These announcements highlight the league's focus on competitive integrity and global expansion. The season will begin in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from February 4-7.

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The year 2026 promises a thrilling array of international sports, including Formula 1's regulatory overhaul, scaled-back Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, and LIV Golf's return to South Africa.

The Official World Golf Ranking announced on February 3, 2026, that LIV Golf events will receive world ranking points starting with this week's season opener in Riyadh, marking a significant but restricted milestone for the Saudi-backed league. Only the top 10 finishers in each event will earn points, a decision that has drawn criticism from LIV for being unprecedented and unfair. The move addresses long-standing concerns over major championship eligibility while highlighting ongoing differences in league structures.

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Five-time major champion Brooks Koepka has rejoined the PGA Tour via a special returning member program, marking the first significant defection from LIV Golf. The 35-year-old from Jupiter, Florida, notified the PGA Tour of his departure from LIV on December 23, 2025, and was reinstated on January 12, 2026. Koepka faces penalties including a $5 million charitable donation and ineligibility for certain earnings.

The Ladies Professional Golf Association begins its 2026 season this week with the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions at Lake Nona in Florida. Golf Channel's Beth Ann Nichols discussed the season opener and other LPGA news on 'Golf Today.' This event marks the return to action for the tour.

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Reigning NCAA individual champion Michael La Sasso has signed a multi-year deal with LIV Golf's HyFlyers GC, teaming up with Phil Mickelson. The 21-year-old Ole Miss senior will forfeit his remaining college eligibility and a 2026 Masters exemption to debut in the league's opener in Saudi Arabia. This move highlights LIV's strategy of recruiting young talent amid tightening pathways on the PGA Tour.

 

 

 

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