Brooks Koepka Named First Player for TGL Expansion Team

Five-time major champion Brooks Koepka has been named the first player selected for Motor City Golf Club, the expansion franchise set to debut in the 2027 season of the tech-infused team golf league TGL. The announcement, made on August 26, 2026, marks a significant new chapter for the 36-year-old golfer as he seeks to rebound from a challenging return to the PGA Tour.

Koepka, a nine-time PGA Tour winner and former world No. 1, will join the league's seventh team, which is owned by a Detroit-based group led by principals Michael Hamp, Peter Hamp, and Kevin Kelleher. The selection makes him the inaugural roster member for the franchise, which was announced as TGL's first expansion team in May 2025. "Brooks has built his career around performing at his best when the stakes are highest," said Michael Hamp, team governor of Motor City Golf Club. "His competitive edge, toughness and championship pedigree fit the identity we are building."

In a statement, Koepka expressed his enthusiasm for the new venture. "I've had the chance to attend TGL matches, and they bring something completely new to the game. The energy, pace and team atmosphere at SoFi Center really stood out, and it's...