HONG KONG, CHINA - MARCH 7: Thomas Pieters of 4Aces GC tees off during day three of LIV Golf Hong Kong at Hong Kong Golf Club on March 7, 2026 in Hong Kong, China. (Photo by Yu Chun Christopher Wong/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, D.C. - A LIV Golf player says he has no plans to return to the PGA Tour, even as uncertainty surrounds the future of the rival league.
What we know:
Thomas Pieters told Golfweek he is not interested in going back to the PGA Tour, making clear he does not see a return in his future.
Instead, Pieters indicated he would consider other options, including continuing his career outside the PGA Tour if circumstances change.
What they're saying:
In comments reported by Golfweek, Pieters said he would not return to the PGA Tour, signaling a firm stance despite ongoing uncertainty in professional golf.
OutKick also reported Pieters addressed discussions among LIV players about the league’s future and potential next steps.
Big picture view:
Pieters’ comments come as LIV Golf faces ongoing questions about its long-term outlook, including funding and the structure of the league beyond the next few seasons.
According to Golfweek, those uncertainties have led to speculation about whether some players could eventually seek a return to the PGA Tour.
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What's next:
It remains unclear how the divide between LIV Golf and the PGA Tour will evolve, or what options players may have moving forward.
For now, Pieters’ stance suggests at least some LIV players are not considering a return.
The Source: This article was written using information from Golfweek, FOX News and other reports.