Sergio Garcia said on social media that he will be playing in the DP World Tour, formerly the European Tour, and is "keeping my options open for a return to the PGA Tour."This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners.If you sign up or place a wager, FOX News may be compensated.
This content was created by a team that works independently from the FOX newsroom.The DP World Tour announced earlier this month that it was no longer allowing LIV players to participate in its tournaments.CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGESergio Garcia of Spain reacts on the 18th green during the first round of the 2026 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, on April 9, 2026.(Andrew Redington/Getty Images)"This tour has been a huge part of my career from the very beginning, and I’m proud to call it home again," Garcia said in his statement.The 2017 Masters winner also said it is a "goal" to play for Team Europe in the Ryder Cup in Ireland — European golfers must be a member of the DP World Tour in order to be eligible.
Thus, with the DP World Tour's new stipulations, Garcia's already-slim chances were essentially put to zero.Garcia last played in the Ryder Cup in 2021, several months before jumping to LIV.He has won six times in his 10 appearances.Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton, both Team Europe staples, have already said they are leaving LIV Golf.
Louis Oosthuizen is also leaving, and Brooks Koepka and Patrick Reed departed months ago.The PIF halted funding in April to redirect money toward domestic projects and manage financial pressures from the regional war with Iran.Following the decision, PIF governor Yasir Al-Rumayyan resigned from LIV’s board.Sergio Garcia of Spain finishes his first round at the Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, on April 9, 2026.
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