“I don’t know where I’m going, so I don’t know how everybody else does,” Brooks Koepka said, responding to comments made by Fred Couples that he wants to return to the PGA Tour. Koepka left the PGA Tour in 2022 for a reportedly $100m contract with LIV Golf that runs through 2026, and he intends to fulfill his contract obligation before considering his future. Koepka said he texted with Couples after the comments were made, but they didn’t discuss plans in detail.
Koepka is focused on improving his game, particularly in majors, after a slow start to 2025 and missing the cut at Augusta. This struggle has caught the attention of golf analyst Joseph LaMagna, who has issued a warning about Koepka’s future performance, saying, “There’s a certain respect I’ll always maintain for Brooks Koepka after witnessing his five major wins… but I am confident that being lower-than-consensus on Brooks is the correct position.” LaMagna believes that betting below Koepka’s consensus expectations at each major moving forward is the way to go.
LaMagna cites Koepka’s inconsistency as a major concern, noting that he hasn’t seen a consistent Brooks Koepka since 2021. “Consistency is king in this sport, and we haven’t seen a consistent Brooks Koepka in a long time,” LaMagna wrote. He prefers consistent performers over those who hope to elevate their game in majors, adding that “the level of play required to contend on LIV is much lower than what’s required to contend in signature events.”
LaMagna doesn’t rule out Koepka winning another major, but believes that unless his form changes drastically, betting below his expectations is the smart move. “Could he pick off one more major? Sure, I wouldn’t rule it out. He’s a brilliant golfer. But unless something changes drastically in his form, I’d be confident taking the other side of Brooks’ optimism at every major moving forward,” LaMagna concluded.
“There’s a certain respect I’ll always maintain for Brooks Koepka after witnessing his five major wins (and four runners-up, by the way!). All of that said, if you made me choose between betting above or below his consensus expectations at each major moving forward, I’d bet… pic.twitter.com/YXu5uORLJI
— Fried Egg Golf (@fried_egg_golf) April 23, 2025
But then, Koepka’s struggles with consistency might be influenced by his injury history, particularly the knee and hip issues that have hampered his performance in recent years. These physical challenges could be impacting his ability to maintain the same high level of play he once had. While La Magna’s perspective holds some truth, it’s also worth pointing out that LIV Golf’s shotgun starts, three-day format, and absence of a cut might be softening Koepka’s edge. With fewer rounds and less pressure, he’s missing the grind that sharpens champions for the relentless four-round battles of PGA majors – where consistency isn’t optional, it’s everything.
But that’s not the only concern for Koepka, as the golfer has also probably been taken out of consideration for the upcoming big game.
Brooks Koepka received Unfortunate Ryder Cup news after the Masters
The Masters may be over, but the drama in the golf world continues. Brooks Koepka and Jordan Spieth, two golfing greats and former PGA Tour colleagues, found themselves on the outside looking in when the Ryder Cup rankings for Team USA were revealed. Despite their rich history together on the Ryder Cup team, including wins in 2016 and 2021, both golfers were notably absent from the rankings shared by Kyle Porter of Normal Sport.
Spieth bounced back nicely at the 2025 Masters with a tied 14th finish after missing the cut last year, while Koepka struggled to make the cut. Their recent performances might have contributed to their omission from the rankings, but their past successes and expertise would undoubtedly be valuable assets for Team USA as they aim to reclaim the title. Especially for Koepka, despite recent struggles, Brooks Koepka’s star power remains strong off the course. With 1.3M Instagram followers and a solid engagement rate, his lifestyle posts keep fans hooked.
This media presence boosts his marketability and keeps him relevant, proving that legacy isn’t built on performance alone. But with five months to go until the Ryder Cup, the stakes are high, and Spieth’s and Koepka’s inclusion could make all the difference.
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