Tour Confidential: The end of LIV Golf, winners, losers and what’s next

Our experts break down LIV Golf's collapse, where it all went wrong, the winners, losers, what's next and more.

By Michael Bamberger · Golf

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 3:36 PM

Key Things to Know

LIV Golf has officially shut down following bankruptcy proceedings in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in New Jersey.
The league collapsed after failing to secure enough player support for a financial commitment from BC Partners.
GOLF analysts debated how stars like Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau could re-enter mainstream professional tours.

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LIV Golf has officially ceased operations following bankruptcy proceedings revealed in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in New Jersey, concluding a turbulent five-year run. The breakaway league collapsed after failing to gather adequate player support needed to secure a vital financial commitment from private equity firm BC Partners.

A GOLF roundtable examined the fallout, discussing how former LIV players like Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau might return to traditional competition. The writers noted that players could seek re-entry via the DP World Tour or major exemptions under PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp.

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