The Return of Brooks Koepka - January 13th, 2026

On January 13th, 2026, we break down the historic reinstatement of Brooks Koepka to the PGA Tour, the massive financial penalties involved, and Anthony Kim’s shocking health revelation.THE RETURNING MEMBER PROGRAMBrooks Koepka becomes the first LIV defector to officially return, accepting a brutal penalty package to tee it up at Torrey Pines and TPC Scottsdale.The cost of doing business: A $5M charitable fine and a 5-year ban from the Player Equity Program estimated to cost him between $50-$85 million.The "Ultimatum" clock is ticking for Rahm, Bryson, and Cam Smith, while Phil, DJ, and Reed are officially locked out by the "Tiger Woods 4D Chess" eligibility clause.THE RESURRECTION OF AKWhile Richard T. Lee won the LIV Promotions event, the golf world is reeling from Anthony Kim qualifying and revealing a near-death experience from three years ago.Doctors gave him "two weeks to live," but now he’s back with a tour card and a message for his haters: "SUCK IT."A look at the raw emotion of Kim's return versus the disappointment for Chase Koepka.TROUBLE IN PARADISEThe Sentry is officially cancelled as the legal war over Kapalua’s water infrastructure ends in a Hawaii Supreme Court ruling favoring cultural practices over irrigation.Farmers Insurance confirms they are ending their 17-year sponsorship after 2026, adding to the Tour's headache.How a local dispute between TY Management and Maui Land and Pineapple toppled a Signature Event.Quick HitsVijay Singh tees it up at 62 • Matt Kuchar blasts shrinking fields • Brandel Chamblee vs. "He Earned It" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.