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DP World Tour informs LIV players of conditional release uncertainty for 2027

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 5:08 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

DP World Tour informs LIV players of conditional release uncertainty for 2027

Summary

The DP World Tour has communicated to LIV Golf players that conditional releases for 2027 are improbable. This decision contrasts with earlier approvals where several LIV members received conditional releases to compete without conflicting event restrictions. LIV Golf is preparing for operations beyond 2026, seeking new agreements as they transition to a new model. Players previously granted releases include Laurie Canter, Thomas Detry, and Jon Rahm among others. LIV Golf continues to search for support from players amid significant changes in their operational.

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What We Know

•DP World Tour unlikely to grant LIV players conditional releases for 2027.
•Previous conditional releases granted to eight LIV members in February.
•LIV Golf is facing operational changes after 2026.
•Jon Rahm added to list of players with conditional releases for 2026.
•LIV Golf exploring new agreements with investors.

Latest Updates

5:08 PMYahoo Sports — DP World Tour reportedly informed LIV players that 2027 conditional releases are unlikely

What they're saying

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According to a source familiar with the situation, the DP World Tour has informed LIV players that it is highly unlikely they would be granted conditional releases for 2027.
— Yahoo Sports

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