Justin Rose has explained his decision to turn down the lucrative offers from LIV Golf.
Rose, who was approached by the PIF-backed tour before its entrance into men’s professional golf in 2022, ultimately opted to remain with the traditional circuit while many of his former Ryder Cup teammates, like Ian Poulter and Sergio Garcia, chose to switch.
This choice has proven beneficial for Rose, as he played a key role in Europe’s victory over Team USA in Italy two years ago. He has already secured his spot on Luke Donald’s team, which aims to win the Ryder Cup on American soil for the first time since 2012.
Recently, he achieved his 12th career PGA Tour title in a thrilling playoff against J.J. Spaun in Memphis, yet he has not managed to add to his major championship tally since winning the 2013 US Open.
Reflecting on his choices, Rose shared on the No Laying Up podcast, “I had friends who joined LIV, but I felt I had more left to give. I wanted to pursue my dreams of winning major championships, something LIV didn’t provide.” He emphasized that his near misses at major events, like the 2025 Masters, were experiences that wouldn’t have been available had he joined LIV.
Looking ahead, Rose is reportedly being considered to succeed Luke Donald as captain for the 2027 Ryder Cup in Ireland. Although he has expressed interest in the captaincy, he could still compete as a player. “It’s a significant commitment, and there’s never an ideal time for it,” he acknowledged, reflecting on the responsibilities involved.
Regarding U.S. Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley, who is weighing whether to participate next month at Bethpage Black, Rose commented on the situation, stating that Bradley’s exceptional performance could influence his decision, whether to captain or contribute as a competitor.
