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Why LIV Golf faces an awkward new problem just as the season approaches

LIV Golf was heading into the 2026 season with a sense that it had finally come through what felt like its most turbulent period since launching four years ago. Brooks Koepka’s move left LIV in a tough spot, and it only got worse when the PGA Tour opened the door for Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau, and Cameron Smith to follow him.

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LIV Golf was heading into the 2026 season with a sense that it had finally come through what felt like its most turbulent period since launching four years ago.
Brooks Koepka’s move left LIV in a tough spot, and it only got worse when the PGA Tour opened the door for Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau, and Cameron Smith to follow him.
But for now, it looks like that trio is staying put. LIV had finished rounding out its roster for the upcoming season by adding Michael La Sasso. Or so it seemed.
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