Tommy Fleetwood has expressed his approval of Brooks Koepka’s reentry into the PGA Tour, mentioning that LIV Golf has not shown interest in him during this postseason. Koepka recently left the Saudi-backed tour and swiftly rejoined the PGA Tour, with his comeback set for the Farmers Insurance Open next week, a positive development for the tour.
Following Koepka’s move, there is now pressure on LIV Golf to retain other top players, as Patrick Reed has hinted at a potential return as well. Fleetwood, currently ranked No.3 in the world, commended the PGA Tour, highlighting the quality events and substantial prize money offered. He emphasized the significance of Koepka’s return for the PGA Tour’s future.
Fleetwood, who secured $10 million for his victory at the Tour Championships, is now aiming for his first Major win. He stressed the importance of aligning goals and dreams with one’s playing environment. The English golfer’s value has surged in recent years, with LIV Golf showing less interest in signing him during this postseason.
Shane Lowry, Fleetwood’s Ryder Cup teammate, shared positive sentiments about Koepka’s quick return to the PGA Tour, emphasizing the potential impact on smaller events. Lowry also reflected on his recent performance at the Dubai Invitational, where a 72nd-hole double bogey dashed his title hopes.
As the golfing landscape evolves with player movements between tours, the decisions and strategies of organizations like LIV Golf continue to shape the sport’s future.