Wichita Falls & Lawton, TX, October 12, 2026 — The DP World Tour, formerly known as the European Tour, has issued a directive to its members, requiring them to make a definitive choice between their continued membership on the tour and participation in the upstart LIV Golf circuit. In a communication to players, the tour stated that those who opt to join LIV Golf will consequently be barred from competing in any future DP World Tour events.

This ultimatum signals a significant development in the ongoing schism within professional golf, driven by the emergence of LIV Golf, a series characterized by a different format and substantial financial backing. The DP World Tour’s stance indicates an effort to consolidate its membership and prevent a further fragmentation of its tour schedule and player participation.

Details regarding the exact timeline for players to make this decision, the specific criteria for eligibility on either tour moving forward, or any potential exceptions were not immediately provided by the DP World Tour in the information available.

The decision by the DP World Tour to enforce such a choice puts players in a difficult position. Membership on the DP World Tour often provides access to ranking points crucial for qualification into major championships, as well as a consistent schedule of tournaments. Conversely, LIV Golf has attracted players with lucrative contracts and a condensed schedule, though its tour status and ranking points have been subjects of ongoing debate and scrutiny.

The implications of this mandate are far-reaching for the sport’s ecosystem. It raises questions about the future landscape of professional golf, player career paths, and the potential impact on the traditional golf tours and their affiliations.


Story summarized from the original created by DOUG FERGUSON, Associated Press on www.texomashomepage.com, see more information here.

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