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DP World Tour bars LIV Golf recruits from membership through 2027
The European Tour has moved to block players who join the Saudi-backed LIV Golf circuit next season from obtaining membership status. DP World Tour leadership confirmed the restriction will remain in place through 2027.
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Players committing to LIV Golf in the upcoming season will be ineligible for DP World Tour membership, according to a statement from the tour's Chief Executive Officer Guy Kinnings on Monday. The declaration underscores the ongoing competitive tensions between the established European circuit and the upstart Saudi-funded golf league.
The membership ban represents a significant competitive disadvantage for LIV-bound players, potentially limiting their access to marquee European events and ranking opportunities. The restriction is set to remain in effect through 2027, creating a multi-year barrier for any golfer choosing to join LIV Golf's ranks.
The decision reflects the DP World Tour's continued stance on defending its player base and tournament calendar amid the golf world's ongoing realignment. The tour has previously implemented restrictions on LIV players, and this latest announcement signals the organization's determination to maintain competitive boundaries.