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Sergio Garcia's LIV Golf contract officially terminated

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 6:20 PM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Sergio Garcia's LIV Golf contract officially terminated

Summary

Sergio Garcia's contract with LIV Golf has been officially terminated, giving him the freedom to pursue new opportunities. This comes as LIV Golf is navigating Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings and restructuring its player contracts. While Garcia has maintained membership on the DP World Tour, the changes at LIV remove potential legal barriers regarding a return to the PGA Tour. LIV has announced a new schedule for 2027 and is altering its contract structure to incorporate player equity. Garcia's exit highlights the evolving of professional golf as players reassess their options moving forward.

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Status Watch

•Garcia's LIV Golf contract was terminated amid reorganizing efforts by LIV.
•He remains a member of the DP World Tour, allowing for future opportunities.
•LIV is restructuring its contracts and reducing event frequency for 2027.
•Players including Bryson DeChambeau and Dustin Johnson have also seen contract changes.
•New investor BC Partners Credit is providing significant funding for LIV's future.

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6:20 PMYahoo Sports — Sergio Garcia Receives Official Exit From LIV Golf

What they're saying

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Sergio Garcia now has something that could prove particularly valuable as professional golf heads toward 2027: his freedom. Garcia has received official notice that his LIV Golf contract has been terminated, clearing the 2017 Masters champion to pursue opportunities elsewhere. Lawyers for the 46-year-old Spaniard requested the formal resolution while LIV works through Chapter 11…
— Yahoo Sports

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