The USGA unveiled a new exemption category for LIV golfers to earn spots at the U.S. Open but it does include a possible catch.

Starting with the 2026 U.S. Open, the USGA will take the leading player in the final 2025 individual standings, along with the leading player from the May 18, 2026, list.

On the eve of its fourth-season debut, LIV Golf received some very welcome news. The U.S. Open became the first of the four majors to offer a distinct pathway for LIV Golf players into the field. The U.