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Louis Oosthuizen leaves LIV Golf, four players remain committed to LIV 2.0

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 1:28 PM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Louis Oosthuizen leaves LIV Golf, four players remain committed to LIV 2.0

Summary

Louis Oosthuizen has announced he will not participate in the proposed LIV 2.0 golf circuit, citing the demanding travel schedule as his main concern. Oosthuizen's departure leaves the league with only four players committed ahead of the October 25 deadline. This situation raises uncertainty about the future of LIV Golf, especially as the league is trying to rebound from bankruptcy proceedings. Other top players are also reconsidering their commitments, heightening concerns about LIV Golf's ability to attract sufficient talent moving forward.

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Key Details

•Louis Oosthuizen will prioritize a manageable schedule and chase majors.
•Only four players are publicly committed to LIV 2.0 before the deadline.
•Oosthuizen described his decision as one of the hardest in his career.
•Other players like Jon Rahm are also exploring their options.
•LIV Golf's lawyers expect to determine the league's future by the end of October.

Latest Updates

1:28 PMYahoo Sports — The Reason Only Four Players Committed To LIV 2.0 Before The Deadline

What they're saying

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Louis Oosthuizen leaves LIV Golf to control his schedule and chase majors. With only four players committed, the league faces an uncertain future. Read the analysis now.
— Yahoo Sports

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