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PGA Tour excludes LIV Golf players from 2028 eligibility plan

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 12:30 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

PGA Tour excludes LIV Golf players from 2028 eligibility plan

Summary

The PGA Tour announced new eligibility rules for its 2028 two-tier competition model, explicitly barring LIV Golf players from participation. This shift aims to reinforce a merit-based system, which PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp emphasized during a virtual press conference. The structure now includes a Championship Series for elite players and a Challenger Series for those aiming to advance. Interestingly, a potential loophole exists through the DP World Tour, where LIV players might qualify for PGA Tour events via top spots, but access remains uncertain. Future discussions about this strategic alliance could further clarify LIV players' paths.

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By the Numbers

•PGA Tour's 2028 eligibility rules exclude LIV Golf players.
•New competition model features a Championship Series and Challenger Series.
•LIV players may find potential access via DP World Tour loophole.
•Current amnesty for LIV players could end if league continues in 2027.
•Focus on maintaining competitive balance and integrity of professional golf.

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12:30 PMYahoo Sports — PGA Tour Locks LIV Golfers Out Of 2028 Meritocracy Plan

What they're saying

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The PGA Tour's new 2028 eligibility rules strictly exclude LIV Golf players, cementing a merit-based system while leaving future pathways uncertain.
— Yahoo Sports

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