Tommy Fleetwood has expressed his approval of Brooks Koepka’s comeback to the PGA Tour and mentioned that LIV Golf has not approached him during this postseason. Koepka recently left the Saudi-backed tour and has now returned to playing on his home circuit, with his first event back scheduled for the Farmers Insurance Open next week.
The move by Koepka has put pressure on LIV Golf to retain their other key players, as Patrick Reed has hinted at a possible return to the PGA Tour. Fleetwood, currently ranked No.3 in the world, praised the PGA Tour for offering exceptional events and substantial prize money, emphasizing his gratitude for being able to compete in such prestigious tournaments.
Fleetwood highlighted the positive impact of Koepka’s return to the PGA Tour, acknowledging the uncertainty surrounding future decisions but emphasizing the benefits of having top players like Koepka back on the tour. As a recipient of a $10 million prize for his victory at the Tour Championships, Fleetwood is now focused on achieving his first Major win and remains committed to pursuing his lifelong dreams in golf.
The significant financial investments made by LIV Golf in previous seasons, including lucrative deals for Koepka and Jon Rahm, have garnered attention. This year, the signings have been less high-profile, with new additions like Victor Perez, Laurie Canter, and others joining the roster. Despite being a target in the past, Fleetwood revealed that LIV Golf has not approached him recently, speculating on the strategies the organization might adopt to attract top players.
Fleetwood’s Ryder Cup teammate, Shane Lowry, shared his perspective on Koepka’s quick return to the PGA Tour, emphasizing the positive impact it will have on the tour. Lowry expressed his support for Koepka’s decision and highlighted his own focus on playing to the best of his abilities across various tournaments.
Lowry also reflected on a recent missed opportunity at the Dubai Invitational, where a final-hole mishap cost him a shot at victory. Determined to move past the setback, Lowry acknowledged the need to refocus and continue striving for success in upcoming events.
