Ian Poulter Will Not Join LIV Golf's Planned 2.0 Relaunch

By Staff Writer

October 24, 2026

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Ian Poulter will not join LIV Golf's planned 2.0 relaunch, ending his run as co-captain of Majesticks GC and making him the second team captain to leave the league inside a week.

Key takeaways

Poulter confirmed in an Instagram statement that he will not sign on for LIV Golf 2.0.
He is the second team captain to depart LIV Golf in a week, following Louis Oosthuizen's exit.
The announcement lands roughly two days before LIV's Oct. 25 deadline to lock in enough players for a reported $300 million investment from BC Partners.
Poulter said he plans to focus on senior golf and spend more time with his family.

Why is Poulter leaving LIV Golf?

In a lengthy statement posted to Instagram, Poulter called it a "tough decision" reached after discussing it at length with his family and team. He said he wants to reduce international travel and shift his focus toward senior golf next year, while pursuing other projects away from full-time competition.

What does the timing mean for LIV's 2.0 deadline?

Poulter's exit follows Louis Oosthuizen's departure days earlier, making him the second founding team captain to walk away from the league within a week. The timing is notable: LIV commissioner Scott O'Neil has set an Oct. 25 deadline to secure enough committed players for a $300 million investment from private equity firm BC Partners.

Poulter is the second Majesticks-level captain to walk away from LIV in a week, with O'Neil's investment deadline two days out.

What's next for Poulter?

Poulter, a Ryder Cup veteran and one of LIV's original signings, said he plans to keep producing his "The Postman" YouTube channel and spend more time supporting his sons: Luke, who is pursuing a professional golf career, and Joshua, a teenage golfer. He did not rule out playing select senior events going forward.