Tommy Fleetwood has expressed his approval of Brooks Koepka’s comeback to the PGA Tour and mentioned that LIV Golf has not shown interest in him during this postseason. Koepka recently left the Saudi-backed tour and has rejoined the PGA Tour, with his return set for the Farmers Insurance Open next week.
This move puts pressure on LIV Golf to retain their other key players, such as Patrick Reed, who hinted at a possible return to the PGA Tour. Fleetwood, currently ranked No.3 in the world, commended the PGA Tour, highlighting the quality of events and prize money offered. He emphasized the positive impact of Koepka’s return on the PGA Tour.
Reflecting on his own career, Fleetwood, who earned $10 million for winning his first PGA Tour event last year, aims for his first Major victory. He stressed the importance of aligning goals and dreams with where one plays, acknowledging that different players have varying priorities. Fleetwood also acknowledged the significant financial investments made by LIV Golf in securing top players like Koepka and Rahm.
Despite initial interest, Fleetwood confirmed that LIV Golf has not pursued him recently. He speculated on the strategy of attracting top talent and the financial implications involved. Fellow golfer Shane Lowry supported Koepka’s decision to return to the PGA Tour and emphasized the positive impact it would have on the tour’s smaller events.
Lowry also shared his thoughts on his recent performance at the Dubai Invitational, expressing a desire to move past a disappointing finish. The golfing community awaits developments as players make decisions on their future tournaments and career paths.