Masters champion Sergio Garcia announced Thursday his intention to return to the DP World Tour for the 2027 season, ending his stint with LIV Golf that began in June 2022. The 46-year-old Spaniard, a 15-time winner on the European circuit, also expressed hope of eventually rejoining the PGA Tour, where he last competed at the Wells Fargo Championship in May 2022.
In a statement, Garcia said: "Next season I'll be playing on the DP World Tour. This tour has been a huge part of my career from the very beginning, and I'm proud to call it home again. I'm also keeping my options open for a return to the PGA Tour." He added that he is eager to compete in tournaments leading up to the Masters next April, aiming to chase another green jacket after leaving Augusta disappointed in 2024.
Garcia's move comes after he resigned his DP World Tour membership in May 2023 alongside fellow Ryder Cup veterans Ian Poulter and Lee Westwood. The DP World Tour currently bars players who relinquished membership from serving as captain or vice-captain of the European Ryder Cup team, meaning Garcia would need to qualify as a player for the 2027 matches in Ireland.
The all-time Ryder Cup points leader with 28.5 points across 10 appearances, Garcia has discussed a potential role with European captain Luke Donald. "Another goal is to make that Ryder Cup team, and to be an asset to the guys in whatever capacity that may be," Garcia said. "In golf, everything is earned and nothing is given. Let's get to work."
The DP World Tour has also ruled that players participating in LIV Golf 2.0 cannot hold membership on the European circuit, effectively excluding them from Ryder Cup eligibility. Garcia's departure from LIV Golf clears the path for his return to the DP World Tour and a possible tenth Ryder Cup appearance.
