Pat Perez never saw this coming. After three seasons with LIV Golf’s 4Aces, the outspoken American golfer expected to be teeing it up for a fourth—but instead, he’s been dropped from the team and replaced by Thomas Pieters. Now, at 48 years old, Perez is facing an unexpected career shift, stepping into a brand-new role as a golf broadcaster.
For a player known for his flamboyant personality, unfiltered opinions, and decades of experience on tour, the transition from hitting fairways to covering them might seem natural. But as Perez himself admitted, this wasn’t exactly his plan.
A Forced Exit? Perez Opens Up About His Surprise Ouster
Perez broke his silence on the latest episode of ‘Fairway to Heaven’, candidly revealing that he was blindsided by his removal from the 4Aces roster.
“To be honest with you, it was a little more forced than I thought it was going to be,” Perez said, as quoted by Express.
“I’m going to be perfectly honest, I thought I was going to be playing this year—and I’m not.”
While he’s tried to take the transition in stride, there’s no denying that Perez expected another season inside the ropes. Instead, his reality has changed dramatically.
But rather than dwelling on the disappointment, Perez has decided to embrace the opportunity to reinvent himself on television.
Perez Finds a Silver Lining – TV Was Always in His Future
Despite the shock of his LIV exit, Perez insists that he’s always had an interest in television, having previously dabbled in broadcasting with the Tiger Woods vs. Phil Mickelson match and various YouTube golf projects.
“I’ve always thought about TV anyway… I thought it would be there one day, and it seemed like a couple of weeks ago was the day.”
Now, he’s set to join the broadcasting world, where his sharp wit, deep knowledge of the game, and natural charisma could make him a fan favorite behind the mic.
Perez’s Next Chapter – Learning from the Best
Jumping from player to commentator isn’t always easy, but Perez is eager to learn. He’s now stepping into a world where Jerry Foltz and David Feherty—two of the most respected voices in golf—have set the standard for engaging, insightful, and sometimes hilarious analysis.
“I’m actually looking forward to it,” Perez said.
“It’s going to be nice to see the other side of it and learn the ins and outs, especially from people like [Jerry] Foltz and [David] Feherty. I get to learn what it is, and I’m excited about doing it.”
Perez’s larger-than-life personality has always made him stand out on tour—and now, it could make him a must-watch analyst on the screen.
Can Perez’s Bold Personality Shake Up Golf Broadcasting?
Golf commentary has long been dominated by polished, corporate voices, but Perez brings something different—a raw, no-filter approach that resonates with fans.
With his deep knowledge of the game, insider perspective, and willingness to say what others won’t, Perez could be exactly what golf broadcasting needs:
✔ Unfiltered honesty – Expect Perez to call it like he sees it.
✔ Behind-the-scenes insights – A former player’s take on tour life, rivalries, and locker room dynamics.
✔ Entertainment value – Perez has never been shy about cracking jokes and keeping things loose.
With LIV Golf’s unconventional broadcast style, Perez might be the perfect fit to bring new energy to the booth.
The End of Perez’s Playing Days? Not So Fast…
While his time with the 4Aces is over, Perez hasn’t ruled out a return to competition. At 48, he’s still young enough to find a way back, whether through LIV, the PGA Tour Champions, or even a one-off return in the right circumstances.
But for now, Perez is all-in on his new TV role, ready to step into the media spotlight in a different way.
Can he make the transition from controversial player to must-watch broadcaster? Given his track record, don’t bet against him.