After Brooks Koepka, Another Pro Cuts All Ties With LIV Golf & Publicly Backs PGA Tour
The divide in men’s professional golf continues to shift, as another high-profile player has reportedly cut all remaining ties with LIV Golf and publicly voiced support for the PGA Tour. The move has reignited debate about loyalty, legacy, and the future structure of the sport.
🚨⛳️👀 #NEW — Former LIV golfer and broadcaster Pat Perez took to Instagram earlier today with a photo of a PGA Tour cup. The 3-time winner turns 50 in March and has expressed desire to play the Champions Tour. pic.twitter.com/evlCxy78dk
— NUCLR GOLF (@NUCLRGOLF) January 2, 2026
The decision follows earlier comments and positioning from major champion Brooks Koepka, whose public backing of the PGA Tour signaled a noticeable shift in tone from players once closely associated with LIV. Now, this latest stance suggests that momentum may be swinging back toward the traditional tour.
According to reports, the player has distanced himself completely from LIV-related events and messaging, instead emphasizing the PGA Tour’s history, competitive depth, and long-term stability. The golfer reportedly highlighted the importance of strong fields, ranking points, and the legacy tied to PGA Tour victories.
While LIV Golf continues to operate and attract attention, this development adds to growing signs of uncertainty around player commitment. As negotiations and power dynamics evolve behind the scenes, each public endorsement of the PGA Tour strengthens its position — and underscores how fractured professional golf remains.