PGA Tour players urge LIV Golf defectors to qualify anew
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 2:34 PM
Last updated Nov 6, 2026

At the World Wide Technology Championship in Los Cabos, PGA Tour players responded to the financial collapse of LIV Golf, which is set to liquidate after failed investment efforts. Erik van Rooyen and other golfers argued that if former players return to the PGA Tour, they should go through qualifying school, emphasizing accountability for their choice to leave. While some players, including Adam Scott, echoed this sentiment, others like Lucas Glover acknowledged the human impact of LIV's downfall. Discussions regarding the criteria for any returning players are expected at an upcoming Tour policy board meeting.
- •Erik van Rooyen supports strict return criteria for LIV defectors.
- •LIV Golf confirmed its liquidation following failed investments.
- •Players discuss implications for PGA Tour during the ongoing championship.
- •Policy board meeting will address potential return of former LIV players.
- •Peter Malnati criticizes LIV's economic viability and approach.
- 2:34 PMYahoo Sports — 'Go back to Q-school' PGA Tour players tell LIV stars
"As LIV Golf liquidates, PGA Tour players argue that defectors should not get an easy path back to the Tour.
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