DP World Tour confirms major 2027 announcement as Bryson DeChambeau decision looms

The DP World Tour has confirmed to GolfMagic that an official announcement on all 2027 memberships will be made on Tuesday 17 November, with the futures of several high-profile former LIV Golf stars expected to become clearer.

A DP World Tour spokesperson confirmed the news to GolfMagic just hours before the membership application deadline passed on Sunday night.

The announcement follows the conclusion of the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai, where Tyrrell Hatton secured a five-shot victory and Rory McIlroy was crowned Race to Dubai champion for a joint-record eighth time and fifth consecutive season.

"We will be issuing an update about all 2027 memberships on Tuesday after tonight’s deadline has passed and applications have been processed," a DP World Tour spokesperson confirmed to GolfMagic.

One of the biggest talking points will be whether Bryson DeChambeau has accepted his golden ticket onto the DP World Tour for next season.

As first reported by Telegraph Sport earlier this month, the two-time major champion has been offered an exclusive route onto the circuit following his 2024 US Open triumph at Pinehurst, where he defeated McIlroy by one shot. 

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With LIV Golf abandoning its proposed relaunch and moving towards an orderly wind-down, DeChambeau is now facing a major decision over his playing future.

The American reportedly declined to commit to the proposed LIV 2.0 project, which ultimately collapsed after failing to secure sufficient backing from leading players.

DeChambeau's DP World Tour opportunity could also provide a potential route back to the PGA Tour in 2028, with a top-10 finish on the Race to Dubai potentially offering a pathway to membership, subject to eligibility requirements.

However, the 33-year-old could choose a very different direction, focusing on his hugely popular YouTube channel while playing the four majors, selected tournaments and potentially the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor should he qualify or receive a captain's pick from Jim Furyk.

Niemann and Herbert among expected returnees

DeChambeau is not the only former LIV star attracting attention ahead of Tuesday's official announcement.

Golf Channel Latin America reported on Saturday that Joaquin Niemann has agreed to play between 15 and 20 DP World Tour events in 2027 on sponsor invitations.

Meanwhile, Tom Hobbs of Flushing It's reported that Australian Lucas Herbert has also agreed a deal to compete in 15 events next season.

Niemann, LIV Golf's record nine-time individual winner, is currently ranked 34th in the world, while Herbert is ranked 53rd and boasts three DP World Tour victories.

There is also growing anticipation that former LIV Golf captains and major champions Cameron Smith and Dustin Johnson will look to secure invitations to compete on the DP World Tour next season, adding further star power to an increasingly intriguing 2027 schedule.

With Jon Rahm, Tyrrell Hatton and Sergio Garcia already set to feature on the circuit, Tuesday's announcement should provide a much clearer picture of the DP World Tour's membership landscape for next season.

But all eyes will be on whether DeChambeau decides to take up his golden opportunity.