Faldo advises LIV players to 'eat humble pie' for DP World return
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 2:26 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Sir Nick Faldo stated that golfers from LIV who wish to return to the DP World Tour may need to 'eat a bit of humble pie.' Following the conclusion of LIV's 2026 season, discussions are underway regarding how to reintegrate players seeking a return to the European circuit. Faldo remarked that the journey back should not be made easy, suggesting players might need to start from qualifying school. He highlighted a trend of players wanting to leave LIV, raising concerns about the tour's future. Tyrrell Hatton and others currently protected by DP membership are competing at the Husqvarna British Masters this week, while LIV's future faces financial uncertainty without Saudi backing.
- •LIV's 2026 season ended after cancellation of Team Championship.
- •Faldo suggests LIV players may need to qualify to return to DP World Tour.
- •Tyrrell Hatton and others are competing in the Husqvarna British Masters.
- •Faldo indicates more players wish to leave LIV than stay.
- •LIV's leadership seeks $350m investment for future operations.
- 2:26 PMYahoo Sports — LIV returnees should 'eat humble pie' - Faldo
- 2:26 PMBBC Sport — LIV returnees should 'eat humble pie' - Faldo
"Sir Nick Faldo says LIV golfers seeking a return to the DP World Tour may have to "eat a bit of humble pie" before regaining eligibility for the European-based circuit.
"Sir Nick Faldo says LIV golfers seeking a return to the DP World Tour may have to "eat a bit of humble pie" before regaining eligibility for the European-based circuit.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 2:26 PMLIV returnees should 'eat humble pie' - Faldo
Sir Nick Faldo says LIV golfers seeking a return to the DP World Tour may have to "eat a bit of humble pie" before regaining eligibility for the European-based circuit.
- BBC SportAug 25, 2026, 2:26 PMLIV returnees should 'eat humble pie' - Faldo
Sir Nick Faldo says LIV golfers seeking a return to the DP World Tour may have to "eat a bit of humble pie" before regaining eligibility for the European-based circuit.
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