Brooks Koepka Withdraws from LIV Golf Dallas After Tee Box Tantrum

Spectators at Maridoe Golf Club had a close call as Brooks Koepka’s frustration reached a boiling point at the 2025 LIV Golf Dallas event. After a poor drive on the ninth hole, Koepka smashed his driver into the ground, sending the tee box flying [[2]]. Fortunately, no one was injured, but the incident preceded his withdrawal from the tournament due to what was described as an “illness” [[1]].

koepka’s frustration Boils Over

The incident occurred on the ninth hole, where Koepka’s hooked drive to the left triggered an immediate and forceful reaction. He was already six over par at the time. Following the tee box incident, he went on to bogey the 9th, 10th, and 13th holes [[2]]. This series of setbacks apparently led to his decision to withdraw after the 14th hole.

Did You Know? Koepka’s withdrawal marks another chapter in a season where he has openly admitted to struggling with his game.

Luis Carrera stepped in to replace Koepka on the Smash GC team [[2]]. The abrupt end to Koepka’s day at LIV Golf Dallas raises questions about his current form and mental state as he navigates the challenges of professional golf.

koepka’s Recent Performance

Koepka himself acknowledged earlier in the year that he had been struggling with his game. “from the first weekend in April until about (the beginning of June), you didn’t want to be around me,” Koepka said [[2]]. “It drove me nuts. It ate at me. I haven’t been happy.It’s been very irritating.”

Missing the cut at both the Masters and the PGA Championship marked the first time in Koepka’s career that he had missed the cut at back-to-back majors [[2]]. He did manage a tie for 12th at the U.S. Open in Oakmont in June 2025 [[2]].

However, his last top-10 finish in a