Ludvig Aberg explained why he is for Brooks Koepka’s monumental return to the PGA Tour. Brooks Koepka, a five-time major winner, is the first player to rejoin the PGA Tour after leaving for LIV Golf in 2022.
Ludvig Aberg explained why he is for Brooks Koepka’s monumental return to the PGA Tour.
Brooks Koepka, a five-time major winner, is the first player to rejoin the PGA Tour after leaving for LIV Golf in 2022.
His return was approved under a new policy for recent major and Players Championship winners, though it comes with financial penalties and a loss of certain privileges for the next five years.
Ludvig Aberg wants to face ‘the best’ Brooks Koepka
Ludvig Aberg has welcomed Brooks Koepka’s return to the PGA Tour, calling it a major boost for both players and fans.
Speaking on The Drop, the Swede said Koepka’s comeback under the new Returning Player Program brings “tremendous value” to the tour.
“Yeah, tremendous value, obviously. I think, speaking on behalf of the players, we all want to play against the best players.
“Brooks Koepka is certainly one of them, with his track record, five-time major champion. Having him back on the PGA Tour is definitely going to help us play better.”
The 24-year-old, who won his first PGA Tour title last season and represented Europe at the Ryder Cup, said competing against elite players like Koepka helps drive improvement.
Aberg’s comments reflect a wider feeling among younger players, who see the return of major winners as a key step in restoring the Tour’s full strength.
Brooks Koepka’s return reshapes the field
Brooks Koepka’s reinstatement marks a notable moment in the PGA Tour’s efforts to rebuild after years of tension with LIV Golf.
The new Returning Player Program, announced earlier this month, allows selected players to rejoin under strict conditions — including a $5 million charitable donation and a loss of eligibility for FedEx Cup bonuses in 2026.
While some professionals have expressed frustration over the move, Aberg’s comments point to a growing acceptance among current players that bringing top talent back will only strengthen the competition.
Koepka is expected to make his official return next month, marking his first PGA Tour start since 2022.
With players like Aberg backing his comeback, attention will now turn to how Koepka performs against a new generation of talent eager to test themselves against one of the game’s most decorated champions.
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