{
  "id": 3354380,
  "title": "Rolapp says he will lean on PGA Tour rules when contemplating return of LIV players",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/rolapp-says-he-will-lean-on-pga-tour-rules-when-contemplating-return",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-25T21:37:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/golf/2026/08/25/rolapp-says-he-will-lean-on-pga-tour-rules-when-contemplating-return-of-liv-players"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp announced a potential path back for a limited number of former LIV Golf players at the start of 2026, with a one-year commitment and a warning that the opportunity would not be offered again once the chance had passed. Rolapp emphasized that only players who release their contractual obligations from LIV Golf would be considered, including Brooks Koepka, who voluntarily left LIV Golf at the end of 2025.\n\nThe tour has a strict rule requiring LIV players to be banned from PGA Tour events for one year from their last appearance in LIV Golf. Rolapp asserted that rules are essential for fairness and competitive integrity, and stressed that accountability and discipline are crucial for maintaining the tour's reputation.\n\nThe discussion has reignited speculation about which former LIV Golf players might be interested in returning to the PGA Tour, with Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau being among the primary candidates. Brooks Koepka's departure from LIV Golf could also serve as a starting point for potential future inclusions.\n\nOne notable player who has shown significant improvement is Si Woo Kim, who has earned over $10 million in a single PGA Tour season without winning a tournament. Kim credits his increased consistency, particularly in putting, for his success this year, and credits a new long putter for helping him overcome a longstanding issue with the yips.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}