The 2026 LIV Golf season starts next February under the lights in Riyadh, and in the next few months, we’ll take a detailed look at each player competing next season. Next up is Ripper GC’s Marc Leishman.
LOOKING AHEAD
Carrying the confidence of his first LIV Golf title and another Lock Zone finish, Leishman enters the new season with his iron game firmly established among the league’s elite. The next step is to convert his strong play into more frequent contention. Major starts remain on the table for the veteran, and even at 41, Leishman still has the type of game that can translate to a difficult major championship. However, he will need to qualify as he is not yet qualified for any of the four major fields. His bid will begin in December at the Australian Open, which offers the winner a spot into both The Open Championship and The Masters.
LOOKING BACK
Leishman enjoyed his most successful LIV Golf season yet, securing a place inside the coveted Lock Zone for the third consecutive year. The Australian claimed his maiden LIV victory at the brutally difficult Miami event, where he navigated wind and tough conditions to lift both the individual trophy and help his Ripper GC team to victory. Although he recorded just three top-10 finishes overall, the breakthrough win more than compensated for any inconsistency elsewhere. His excellent campaign was due in large part to his approach play, with Leishman ranking fifth on the tour in Strokes Gained: Approach. He also competed in both the U.S. Open and The Open Championship, comfortably making the cut at each major.
