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Joaquin Niemann Admits PGA Tour Return Chance ‘Would Be Incredible’ After Revealing LIV Decision Deadline

The LIV golfer has shared he will have to make a decision on his future within the next couple of weeks as planning for the new-look circuit continues

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 10:28 AM
Joaquin Niemann Admits PGA Tour Return Chance ‘Would Be Incredible’ After Revealing LIV Decision Deadline
Key Things to Know
  • Joaquin Niemann admitted he is weighing a potential return to the PGA Tour against staying with LIV Golf.
  • Niemann faces a deadline to decide on his LIV Golf future within the next two weeks.
  • Returning to the PGA Tour would likely require regaining DP World Tour status after losing his membership.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Joaquin Niemann has revealed he is considering an eventual return to the PGA Tour as he prepares to decide his future within two weeks. The 27-year-old Chilean golfer admitted his two current options are remaining with the LIV Golf League or playing more in Europe on the DP World Tour to earn his way back to the PGA Tour.

Niemann stated that a potential door opening from the PGA Tour would be incredible, though he acknowledged current tour restrictions remain in place. He also expressed hesitation regarding LIV Golf's prospective new ownership model, questioning whether taking on shareholder responsibilities suits his current career stage.

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