The “fifth major” conversation has surfaced and dissolved every decade since the late 1970s; the same argument, different voices, identical stalemate. What shifted in February 2026 was not the debate itself.

The former Iron Heads GC captain is scheduled to tee it up at the New Zealand Open in February, making it his first start since the Saudi International in November

Reed is a nine-time PGA Tour winner and won the 2018 Masters by one shot over Rickie Fowler. His victory at Dubai was his fourth DP World Tour title (counting the Masters and two World Golf Championships) and if he finishes among the top-10 on the Race to Dubai, he will earn PGA Tour status.

When Patrick Reed left LIV Golf and got confirmed for a PGA Tour return, Dustin Johnson was left in a difficult position. Just days before the beginning of the 2026 season, the 4Aces were left with one player short.

In this video, Neil Tappin explains how the controversial LIV Golf Series works. He talks through the unique format used in each of the vents and how players compete individually and on teams.

Another high-profile LIV Golf player announced he won't return to the league in 2026.

LIV Golf finally won its years-long battle to secure Official World Golf Ranking points. But it doesn’t feel like a victory.