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Another Blow For LIV Golf With Two More Players Set To Leave

With the deadline to sign players up approaching, LIV Golf has reportedly lost both Thomas Pieters and Charles Howell III with both men ruling out playing in 2.0

By Paul Higham · Golf Monthly

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 11:48 AM

Key Things to Know

Thomas Pieters and Charles Howell III are reportedly set to leave LIV Golf ahead of the 2.0 season.
Both players reportedly intend to play on the DP World Tour next season.
Neither golfer currently holds DP World Tour status and must rely on invitations or Qualifying School.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Thomas Pieters and Charles Howell III have reportedly ruled out signing on for LIV Golf 2.0 ahead of the league's October 25 deadline. Both golfers are reportedly targeting a move to the DP World Tour for next season instead of continuing with the breakaway circuit.

Neither player currently holds status on the DP World Tour, meaning both will need to earn cards via Qualifying School or rely on tournament sponsor exemptions. Howell III previously played for Bryson DeChambeau's Crushers GC, while Pieters represented Dustin Johnson's 4Aces.

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