DP World Tour Golfers Allowed Entry to LIV Golf's 2026 Qualifying School Without Tournament Release
Members of the DP World Tour will not have to request a tournament release to participate in LIV Golf's qualifying school scheduled for January 2026. This event, known as LIV Golf Promotions, will take place at Black Diamond Ranch, Florida.
Qualifying Event Details
- The tournament spans four days and features 72 holes.
- The top two finishers will earn full exemptions on the PIF-backed LIV Golf league for the 2026 season.
- No DP World Tour or HotelPlanner events conflict with the qualifying school dates, allowing players to participate without clashes.
Official Confirmation
A DP World Tour spokesperson told bunkered that members "will not be required to apply for a tournament release if they wish to enter, providing there is no tournament clash."
Incentives and Previous Promotions
- Besides LIV Golf league exemptions, participants can also secure spots in the 2026 International Series.
- Since 2022, LIV Golf has held two promotions events. In 2023, Kalle Samooja, Kieran Vincent, and Jinichiro Kozuma advanced to the league.
- In 2024, the number of qualifying spots (golden tickets) was reduced to one, awarded to Max Lee.
- For 2026, LIV Golf announced the increase back to two qualifying spots.
- The top two players in the International Series will also receive full-time LIV Golf contracts.
This development offers DP World Tour players a streamlined opportunity to join LIV Golf's expanding 2026 season without administrative barriers.
Author's summary: DP World Tour players can enter LIV Golf's 2026 qualifying school without tournament releases, with two full exemptions up for grabs and no schedule conflicts encouraging participation.
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GolfMagic — 2025-11-07