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US Open Becomes 1st Major to Offer Exemption to LIV Golfers

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The United States Golf Association is opening the door for LIV players to earn an exemption into the U.S. Open starting in 2025.

Per an official USGA announcement, a full exemption will be awarded to the top-ranked player who is not otherwise exempt and in the top three of the LIV Golf individual standings as of May 19.

Local exemptions will be awarded to the top 10 players in the LIV individual standings as of April 7.

The 2026 U.S. Open will also offer full and local exemptions.