Sergio Garcia, the 46-year-old Spanish golfer who recently departed from the Saudi-backed LIV Golf, has announced his return to the DP World Tour in 2027. The veteran also expressed his ambition to rejoin the PGA Tour and reclaim his spot on the European Ryder Cup team.
On Thursday, Garcia took to his social media to share his plans for the upcoming season. The DP World Tour has been an integral part of its career from the very beginning, he stated. He’s truly proud to once again call this tour his home.
Garcia also hinted at the possibility of a Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA) Tour comeback, signaling his intent to broaden his competitive horizons.
The 2017 Masters champion boasts an impressive resume, with 11 PGA Tour victories and 16 DP World Tour wins to his name.
In June 2022, Garcia left the PGA Tour to join LIV Golf, where he captained the Fireballs GC. His stint with LIV Golf saw him clinch two victories, one at the Spain event in 2024 and another at the Hong Kong tournament in 2025.
However, recent financial troubles have altered the landscape for LIV Golf.
The organization hit a rough patch when the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF), its primary backer, suspended funding. This led to LIV Golf filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. last September.
In light of these developments, Garcia sought to terminate his contract with LIV Golf through a U.S. federal court and has since been exploring new competitive opportunities.
Garcia isn’t alone in his departure from LIV Golf. Other high-profile players, including Jon Rahm of Spain, England’s Tyrrell Hatton and Ian Poulter, and Northern Ireland’s Graeme McDowell, have also decided to exit the organization.
Garcia’s decision to return to the DP World Tour is largely driven by his passion for the Ryder Cup.
The prestigious team event, pitting the best of the U.S. against Europe’s finest, is set to unfold next September at Ireland’s Adare Manor.
Garcia has been a Ryder Cup stalwart, participating in ten editions and amassing a European team record of 28.5 points. However, his LIV Golf affiliation cost him a spot on the team, with his last appearance dating back to 2021.
It’s approaching a crucial year for the Ryder Cup, Garcia emphasized. He’s committed to earning his place in major tournaments and contributing to the Ryder Cup team in any capacity he can.
The Spaniard also expressed enthusiasm about potentially competing in next year’s Masters.
Garcia’s behavior at this year’s Masters, where he controversially broke his driver mid-round, drew criticism. Reflecting on the incident, he pledged to demonstrate improved mental fortitude moving forward.
It’s dedicating this off-season to enhancing the game and strengthening my mental resilience, Garcia stated. Golf demands that you earn everything yourself. Further noting that he’s ready to embrace this new challenge head-on.
