Koepka Withdraws from LIV Dallas After Outburst

Brooks Koepka, a five-time major champion, withdrew from the first round of LIV Golf Dallas after a frustrated outburst in which he smashed a tee marker, sending it toward the crowd without causing injuries. Koepka officially cited illness as the reason for leaving after eight holes at six or seven over par, following a stretch of missed cuts at the Masters and PGA Championship and a tie for 12th at the U.S. Open. His conduct drew criticism from fans and commentators, with some suggesting penalties or fines. Mexican reserve Luis Carrera replaced Koepka for the rest of the round, though Koepka may return for the final two rounds, where his score would only count for his team. The incident highlights Koepka's ongoing struggles in both LIV events and major championships. The episode adds to scrutiny of his form and temperament as the Smash GC team continues the LIV season.