SHOCKING: Dustin Johnson Officially Announces Retirement Plan After Humiliating Collapse at LIV Golf
In a bombshell revelation that has stunned the golfing world, former World No.1 Dustin Johnson has officially confirmed his retirement plans following what many are calling the most humiliating chapter of his career â a dramatic and unexpected downfall at LIV Golf. Once considered one of the most dominant and composed players on the planet, Johnson now finds himself at the end of a turbulent journey marked by controversy, criticism, and collapse.
The announcement came during a subdued press appearance, where Johnson, typically stoic and measured, spoke candidly about his decision. âItâs been a great run, and Iâve achieved more than I ever dreamed of,â he said. âBut lately, Iâve felt the game slipping away. This isnât how I want to keep going â not like this.â
Johnsonâs statement comes on the heels of a disastrous stretch of performances on the LIV Golf circuit, where he failed to make a meaningful impact in multiple events, finishing near the bottom of the leaderboard in what were once considered his strongest formats. For a player who once dominated majors and led Ryder Cup teams, the decline has been sharp â and painful to watch.
But what truly magnified the situation was the intense spotlight that LIV Golf, backed by Saudi Arabian investment, brought upon its players. With lucrative contracts and global attention, expectations for Johnson were enormous. His signing with LIV in 2022 had shocked the PGA Tour and set off a seismic shift in professional golf, bringing questions of loyalty, ethics, and the future of the sport to the forefront. Johnson, often portrayed as one of LIVâs âposter boys,â now exits the scene with more questions than answers.
Insiders close to Johnson say the decision to retire was not made overnight. According to sources, he had been contemplating stepping away from competitive golf for months, particularly as his performance and motivation began to decline. One source noted, âDustin knew the writing was on the wall. He just didnât want to become a ghost of his former self out there.â
Still, many in the golf world were taken aback by how quickly his career unraveled. A two-time major champion, Johnson had built a reputation on consistency, power, and a cool-headed approach under pressure. His win at the 2020 Masters, where he set a tournament scoring record, was seen as the crowning achievement of a Hall-of-Fame career. That now feels like a distant memory.
Reactions from fellow players have been mixed. While some have expressed sympathy and praised Johnsonâs contributions to the game, others have pointed out that his decision to join LIV Golf was always going to come with risk â both reputationally and competitively. âHe made his choice,â one PGA Tour veteran commented. âAnd this is how it ends â not with a roar, but with a whimper.â
For fans, the news is bittersweet. Many still remember the dominant, fearless Dustin Johnson who could overpower any course and any opponent. But as the sport continues to evolve and a new generation of players rises, Johnsonâs exit marks the end of an era â one that was as brilliant as it was, in the end, tragic.
As for whatâs next, Johnson says he plans to spend more time with his family and focus on personal ventures outside of golf. âIâm looking forward to whatâs ahead,â he said. âThis isnât goodbye forever. But it is goodbye to professional golf.â
With his departure, the golf world loses one of its most iconic figures â a champion whose power and poise once seemed unstoppable, now stepping away amidst the wreckage of a career that couldnât outrun its own unraveling.
Dustin Johnsonâs legacy remains, but his fall from the top will be remembered just as clearly as the heights he once reached.