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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