Brooks Koepka Returns to PGA Tour at Farmers Insurance Open

Former LIV Golf defector makes his comeback at Torrey Pines

Jan. 29, 2026 at 4:39am

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The 2026 PGA Tour season continues this week with the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines. The big story is the return of Brooks Koepka, the former LIV Golf player who is making his comeback to the PGA Tour. Koepka, a West Palm Beach native and Florida State alum, has nine PGA Tour wins including five major championships. He left for LIV in 2022 but has struggled since, and will look to revitalize his career at the iconic Torrey Pines course.

Why it matters

Koepka's return to the PGA Tour is a significant event, as he was one of the highest-profile players to defect to the rival LIV Golf league. His struggles since joining LIV have raised questions about whether he can regain his dominant form on the PGA Tour. This tournament will be an early test of whether Koepka can recapture his past success.

The details

In addition to Koepka, the Farmers Insurance Open features a strong field with 15 players ranked in the top 30 in the world, including Xander Schauffele, Justin Rose, and defending U.S. Open champion J.J. Spaun. Reigning Farmers Open winner Harris English is also in the field. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler is taking the week off after winning The American Express.

  • The 2026 Farmers Insurance Open takes place January 29 - February 1.

The players

Brooks Koepka

A former LIV Golf player and West Palm Beach native who has nine PGA Tour wins, including five major championships. He is making his return to the PGA Tour this week.

Harris English

The defending champion of the Farmers Insurance Open.

Xander Schauffele

A top-10 player in the world who is part of the strong field at Torrey Pines this week.

Justin Rose

A former world No. 1 player who is also in the top-10 and competing at the Farmers Insurance Open.

J.J. Spaun

The defending U.S. Open champion, who is part of the elite field at Torrey Pines.

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What they’re saying

“His victory at the Genesis Invitational last year at Torrey was no fluke. He also tied for ninth in 2024 in his first start at the golf course. He shot 67-68 in the first two rounds of the American Express before withdrawing due to an illness but he should be hydrated and ready to go this week.”

— Ludvig Åberg

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The takeaway

This tournament marks the highly anticipated return of Brooks Koepka to the PGA Tour after his stint with LIV Golf. His performance will be closely watched as he looks to regain his dominant form and prove he can still compete with the best players in the world on the PGA's biggest stage.