Professional golfer Bryson DeChambeau reportedly conducted discussions about potentially leaving LIV Golf while participating in The Masters Tournament earlier this month, according to a report from The Athletic published Monday.
The 32-year-old golfer, who is in the final year of his initial LIV Golf agreement, allegedly met with unidentified “organizations” regarding his departure from the controversial league while competing in the season’s first major championship at Augusta, Georgia.
Earlier this year, DeChambeau had the chance to rejoin the PGA Tour through the Returning Member Program but chose not to take advantage of the opportunity. This program was established around the time Brooks Koepka left LIV to resume his competitive career in the United States.
Jon Rahm and Cam Smith also turned down the chance to return through this program. The three golfers were the only LIV players eligible for this pathway, which was limited to competitors who had been away for a minimum of two years and captured either a major championship or Players Championship between 2022 and 2025.
These reported discussions at The Masters occurred as speculation grew that LIV Golf might be facing closure. However, LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil stated last week that the organization would continue operating and confirmed the league has secured funding through the 2026 season.
The current season includes seven remaining tournaments, with five scheduled to take place in the United States, following last week’s competition in Mexico. DeChambeau expressed dissatisfaction with the course conditions at the Mexican event before withdrawing after two rounds due to a wrist injury.
The next event on the calendar is LIV Golf Virginia, taking place at Trump National Golf Club from May 7-10.
DeChambeau has experienced recent success, winning back-to-back playoff victories in March at LIV Golf Singapore and LIV Golf South Africa. The two-time U.S. Open winner has captured five LIV Golf championships during his tenure with the league.
When LIV Golf launched in 2022, DeChambeau reportedly signed a $125 million deal spanning 4½ years. Recent reports from The Daily Telegraph suggest he had been seeking up to $500 million for a new contract to continue with the league.
