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 first event back scheduled for the Farmers Insurance Open next week, providing a significant boost to the tour.
The pressure is now on LIV Golf to retain their other top talents, as Patrick Reed has hinted at a possible return to the PGA Tour. Fleetwood, currently ranked No.3 in the world, highlighted the allure of the PGA Tour, emphasizing the quality of events and prize money. He acknowledged the positive impact of Koepka’s return on the tour’s reputation.
Fleetwood, who earned $10 million by winning his first PGA Tour event at the Tour Championships last August, is now aiming for his first Major victory. He emphasized the importance of aligning one’s goals and dreams with their playing environment. Fleetwood also discussed the evolving landscape of professional golf and the decisions players make based on where they believe they can excel.
LIV Golf, supported by Newcastle’s Public Investment Fund, made substantial investments in previous seasons, signing lucrative deals with players like Koepka and Jon Rahm. This year, their signings have been less high-profile, with new additions like Victor Perez, Laurie Canter, Thomas Detrie, Elvis Smylie, and Ben An. Fleetwood, a former target for LIV Golf, noted the absence of interest from the organization in recruiting him.
In response to Koepka’s return to the PGA Tour, Ryder Cup star Shane Lowry expressed support for his decision and highlighted the positive impact it will have on the tour. Lowry also shared his perspective on focusing on his own game rather than external factors. Additionally, Lowry reflected on a recent golfing disappointment and his determination to move past it.
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