Sergio Garcia LIV Golf teammate update 2026 season Luis Masaveu Fireballs team Abraham Ancer Joaquin Niemann Torque GC Mito Pereira Josele Ballester David Puig Real Club De Toros GC LIV Golf expansion new teams 54-hole format four-day events Victor Perez Martin Kaymer Laurie Canter PGA Tour Dustin Johnson winless streak Ryder Cup Scott Vincent Yosuke Asaji International Series.
Former Masters champion Sergio Garcia is set to get Luis Masaveu back as his LIV Golf teammate for 2026, per reports from TenGolf. This trade involves Abraham Ancer moving to Joaquin Niemann’s Torque GC, replacing Mito Pereira. Masaveu was on a half-season contract and replaced by Josele Ballester, who recently won his first professional event.
With David Puig already on the team, Garcia’s Fireballs could become all-Spanish. LIV Golf plans to add new teams like Becko East GC and Southern Balindi GC, rebranding Garcia’s side to Real Club De Toros GC, expanding to 15 teams.
They’re shifting to four-day events to align with other tours and boost ranking accreditation. Victor Perez joined Martin Kaymer’s team, and Laurie Canter might return from PGA Tour.
Dustin Johnson ended his winless streak since 2014 at the Saudi International, blaming driver issues, but he’s optimistic for 2026 and Ryder Cup.
Scott Vincent and Yosuke Asaji earned LIV exemptions from the International Series.
A shocking teammate swap. Sergio Garcia’s LIV golf roster gets a familiar face back. Hey golf fans, imagine being a legendary player like Sergio Garcia, fresh off your Mast’s win glory and now shaking up your team in a bold move that could redefine your squad. Well, that’s exactly what’s happening in the world of LIV golf. And it’s got everyone talking. But here’s where it gets controversial. This isn’t just a simple shuffle. It’s stirring up debates about team dynamics, player loyalty, and the future of golf’s breakaway league. Stick around because we are diving deep into the details. And trust me, the twists don’t stop here. According to reports from the Spanish outlet 10, the iconic former Masters champion Sergio Garcia is poised to bring back a player who was once part of his LIV golf team. Lewis Massive, a 22-year-old talent, is set to rejoin Garcia’s Fireballs team for the 2026 season. For those new to LIIV Golf, it’s a controversial upstart tour backed by Saudi funding, offering massive payouts, but often clashing with traditional circuits like the PGA Tour. Think of it as golf’s equivalent of a highstakes rebellion against the establishment. This reunion comes with a trade twist. It looks like Abraham Ana will be heading over to Waqin Neman’s talk GC stepping in to replace Mito Pereira who was unfortunately relegated meaning he didn’t meet the tour’s performance standards and had to step aside. Massive had originally joined the Fireballs in January but midway through the season he was swapped out for Josel Bolister the reigning US amateur champion. Bolister, by the way, just clinched his first pro win at the PIF Saudi International, proving he’s a rising star to watch. No official reasons were given for Massive’s replacement, though sources suggest he was on a half season contract, which explains why he finished out the year as a wildcard player, essentially a guest spot without full commitment. And this is the part most people miss. If this trade goes through, Garcia’s Fireballs team will boast an all Spanish lineup, adding a layer of national pride and camaraderie that’s rare in golf. Alongside Garcia, Massivu, and Bolister, they’ll be joined by the highly rated David Pug. It’s like assembling a dream team from one country, which could spark discussions on whether this boosts team synergy or isolates international talent. Golf Magic reached out to Garcia for his thoughts, but we are still waiting on a response. This news drops just weeks after buzz about LIV Golf potentially expanding with two new teams and rebranding one existing squad for 2026. Trademark filings reveal LIIV Golf Incorporated is pushing for names like Beco East GC, Southern Balinda GC, and Real Club D to Toro’s GC to be approved. Insiders believe the last one ties directly to Garcia’s Fireballs. approved. These additions would bump Liv’s teams to 15 plus two wildcard slots, deepening the fields and potentially strengthening their case for accreditation by global golf rankings. A big deal since LIIV has been seen as an outsider by traditional bodies. For beginners, think of this as LIV trying to prove it’s not just a flashy side show, but a legitimate contender, much like how a new league might challenge established sports like the NBA. LIIV is also shaking things up by ditching their quirky 54hole format for standard 4-day events in 2026, aligning more closely with tours like the PGA. It’s a move that could make games more predictable and viewer-friendly, but some purists argue it loses the unique excitement, a classic debate between innovation and tradition. So far, they’ve only locked in one major signing, three-time DP World Tour winner Victor Perez joining Martin Kmer’s team. Plus, there’s speculation that England’s Lorie Caner might skip PGA Tour promotion to return to LIIV. As reported by Sports Business Journal, this kind of back and forth raises eyebrows. Is LIV poaching stars or are players just chasing better pay? It’s fuel for endless debates. But wait, there’s more drama off the course. Speaking of streaks ending, Dustin Johnson, the two-time major winner who ditched the PGA Tour for LIIV in 2022, has broken his impressive winning streak. He hasn’t taken home a title since 2014, and this winless season hit home at the Saudi International, where he missed the cut by three shots. In a chat with Flushing It, DJ admitted struggling with his driver all year, but is staying positive about 2026 and even eyeing a comeback to the US RDER Cup team. For newcomers, the Ryder Cup is golf’s ultimate team showdown between the US and Europe. Intense rivalries, huge stakes, and a stage for redemption stories like this. Finally, as the PIF Saudi international wrapped up the international series, two players clinched fully exempt spots in LIIV Golf for next year based on their order of merit performance. Zimbabwe’s Scott Vincent returning after his 2024 relegation and Japan’s Yoske are the lucky ones. It’s a golden ticket to stability in a tour known for its volatility. What do you think, golf enthusiasts? Is Sergio Garcia’s All Spanish team a genius move or a risky gamble on nationalism? And does LIIV golf’s expansion signal a new era or is it just more controversy in a sport already brimming with it? Share your takes in the comments. Do you side with the Rebels or the traditionalists? Let’s discuss. Ben Smith joined the Golf Magic team in September 2021, initially as a content executive. These days, he assumes the position of content manager.
