DP World Tour winner, Tom McKibbin, is making headlines with reports suggesting he is set to make a switch to the LIV Golf League, joining Jon Rahm’s Legion XIII GC team. Currently, McKibbin is preparing to compete in the Team Cup and the Dubai Desert Classic before officially joining the League in early February. The 22-year-old golfer has had a successful season on the DP World Tour, securing one of the 10 PGA Tour cards available and earning multiple top 10 finishes throughout the year.
As news of McKibbin’s potential move to LIV Golf spread, questions arose about his replacement in the PGA Tour card standings. However, reports indicate that PGA Tour regulations state that memberships and exemptions must be confirmed by December 31st, ruling out the possibility of Jordan Smith taking McKibbin’s spot. The transfer window for LIV Golf has been active, with other signings such as Yubin Jang, Frederik Kjettrup, and Ben Campbell joining various teams in the League.
McKibbin’s addition to Legion XIII GC would mark the fourth signing for the team, joining Rahm, Tyrrell Hatton, and Caleb Surratt. Previous rumors suggested that Tony Finau might join the team after Kieran Vincent’s relegation, but Finau has since denied any move, expressing his contentment with the PGA Tour. In addition to the confirmed signings, Lee Chieh-po has earned a spot on the circuit after winning LIV Golf’s Promotions Event in December, although he has yet to be assigned to a team.
Despite the speculation surrounding McKibbin’s move to LIV Golf, the golfer has remained tight-lipped, stating that he will not comment on the rumors out of respect for his fellow competitors. As the golfing world awaits official confirmation of McKibbin’s transfer, fans can stay updated on all the latest tour news, equipment updates, reviews, and more by subscribing to the Golf Monthly newsletter. With multiple high-profile signings and roster changes in the LIV Golf League, the upcoming season is shaping up to be an exciting one for fans and players alike.
