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.

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.

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.

Rory McIlroy has discussed the PGA Tour's future after LIV Golf suffered two massive blows during the offseason

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.

LIV Golf have taken a bold approach to promoting their latest season by turning to some of the most recognisable names in the sport. Amidst the chaos and controversy surrounding LIV Golf, their social media team came out with an ingenious marketing video ahead of the start of the 2026 season.

Reed, a nine-time winner on Tour and 2018 Masters champion, announced Wednesday that he will compete full-time on the DP World Tour this season before rejoining the PGA Tour as a past champion in 2027.

Patrick Reed is the second major champion to leave Saudi-funded LIV Golf, announcing Wednesday he will spend the rest of the year on the European tour with an eye on returning to the PGA Tour as early as September.