Dustin Johnson makes bold decision on LIV future | Golf News

Dustin Johnson has pledged his future to LIV Golf by inking a new multi-year deal.

Johnson’s dedication represents a important win for LIV executives, who not too long ago watched Brooks Koepka depart. Koepka made headlines on Monday by changing into the first major star to depart LIV for the PGA Tour, raising considerations about the Saudi-backed league’s stability.

Those worries had been considerably allayed when Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau, and Cam Smith all confirmed their dedication to staying with LIV. The circuit has now obtained an further elevate by securing former Masters and U.S. Open winner Johnson for years to come, after Bryson DeChambeau made a telling ‘egos’ remark on latest occasions. 

LIV officers have also satisfied Thomas Detry, a PGA Tour winner, to change from the American circuit. Detry will be part of Johnson, 2018 Masters winner Patrick Reed, and former Ryder Cup participant Thomas Pieters at 4Aces GC.

In a press release on Wednesday, Johnson said: “This team is built for big moments, and 2026 is a chance for us to take another step forward,” and “Thomas Detry is a great addition; he’s confident, competitive, and that fits exactly what we’re about.”

“We’ve got the talent, the chemistry, and the mindset to be right there all season.”

Detry, a former world No. 22, tied for fourth at the 2024 PGA Championship.

The 33 12 months previous, who competed in all 4 majors last 12 months, secured his first PGA Tour victory in 2025 by profitable the WM Phoenix Open by an spectacular seven strokes. However, he is not going to be returning to defend his crown at TPC Scottsdale when the event kicks off next month.

Detry added: “There’s an amazing vibe around the 4Aces that you feel right away,” and “You can see they play with confidence, and there’s a definite swagger coming from all the guys… feeling like you belong on the biggest stages. That’s exactly the type of environment I want to be a part of.”

Securing Detry represents a important victory for LIV, though retaining Johnson proves even more essential. The former world No.1 grew to become one of the initial high-profile defections from the PGA Tour to LIV back in 2022 and has since claimed three match victories.

While Johnson wasn’t anticipated to mirror Koepka’s path this 12 months, his renewed dedication to LIV through a contemporary contract demonstrates his loyalty to the circuit.

Three LIV members have obtained invites to reunite with Koepka on the PGA Tour: Rahm, DeChambeau, and Smith, courtesy of their latest major championship triumphs. Should any of them select to make the change back to the PGA Tour, they face a February 2 deadline to settle for.

During this week’s league season launch, all three had been questioned about potential departures from LIV. Smith responded: “I made a decision to come here, and I stand by it. I’m gonna stay. I’m really excited for 2026, and I think our team is going to have one of its best years yet.”

DeChambeau supplied a more measured response, stating: “Look, I’m contracted through 2026, so I’m excited about this year.”

Rahm chimed in: “Yeah, I’m not planning on going anywhere, so it’s a very similar answer to what Bryson gave. I wish Brooks the best. And as far as I’m concerned, I’m focused on the league and my team this year, and hopefully we can repeat as champions again.”