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‘Don’t see myself playing’: LIV exodus continues with young phenom’s decision

The exodus of pros from LIV Golf continued on Thursday, when young phenom David Puig announced he would not play on LIV 2.0 in 2027.

By Kevin Cunningham · Golf

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 12:59 PM

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David Puig announced he will not play in LIV 2.0 in 2027 and plans to join the DP World Tour.
The 24-year-old Spaniard has played his entire professional career with LIV Golf since turning pro in 2022.
Puig joins Jon Rahm, Sergio Garcia, and Adrian Meronk among players recently departing or seeking exits from LIV Golf.

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Spanish golfer David Puig has announced he will leave LIV Golf and will not play for the proposed LIV 2.0 in 2027. Speaking Thursday at the Open de Espana, the 24-year-old revealed his intention to play a fuller schedule on the DP World Tour next season instead of signing on with LIV.

Puig's departure follows a series of exits from the league amid its bankruptcy proceedings, including fellow Spaniards Jon Rahm and Sergio Garcia, as well as Adrian Meronk. LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil had hoped to launch LIV 2.0 in 2027, but the venture faces growing uncertainty following the wave of player departures.

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