Brooks Koepka Steps Away from LIV Golf, Talor Gooch Named Smash GC Captain
Big news from the golf world today: Brooks Koepka is officially stepping away from LIV Golf. This announcement came through a statement from his management and was confirmed by the league. After three seasons with LIV, including five victories and the 2023 PGA Championship, Koepka has decided to prioritize family and spend more time closer to home. The 35-year-old, who signed with LIV in 2022 and reportedly had a year left on his contract, didn’t outline his immediate competitive plans, leaving fans curious about what’s next for the five-time major champion.
LIV Golf’s CEO, Scott O’Neil, described Koepka’s departure as amicable and mutual. He praised Brooks for the impact he’s had on the game and noted that his contributions will continue to be felt both on and off the course. O’Neil highlighted the league’s mission to expand golf globally, create competitive opportunities, and inspire the next generation of players, and he expressed deep gratitude for those, like Koepka, who have embraced that mission.
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From Brooks’ side, his representatives emphasized how family has always guided his decisions. Koepka thanked the LIV leadership, his teammates, and fans for their support and reassured everyone that he remains passionate about golf. While stepping away from LIV, he will continue to support the league and its players and promises to keep fans updated on his future plans. It’s also worth noting that this decision follows a personally challenging year for Koepka and his wife, Jena, who suffered a miscarriage earlier in 2025. They also have a two-year-old son, Crew, and family commitments clearly played a role in his choice.
With Koepka stepping down, the Smash GC team now has a new captain: Talor Gooch. Gooch, a standout player with multiple individual victories and the 2023 LIV Golf Individual Championship under his belt, expressed excitement about taking on this leadership role. He shared heartfelt thanks to Brooks, calling him one of the greatest competitors in the game and praising the lessons learned while being teammates. Gooch is eager to build on the competitive standard Koepka established and guide Smash GC into the next chapter.
Koepka’s future beyond LIV Golf remains uncertain. While he is exempt for life into the PGA Championship and other majors through 2028, reports suggest he will need to reapply for PGA Tour membership, which will involve input from the tour’s board and player directors. For now, golf fans will have to wait and see where Brooks Koepka lands next, but one thing is clear: his legacy and influence in the game remain strong, and LIV Golf is ready for a new era under Talor Gooch’s leadership.
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