It's thought that McDowell earned around $18million in his four years with LIV Golf

Major winner Graeme McDowell has confirmed that he will no longer be a part of LIV Golf.

The Portrush man, who won the 2010 US Open at Pebble Beach, joined the Saudi-backed breakaway tour from the beginning.

The four-time Ryder Cup player drew huge criticism for his stance at the time, saying that his move and LIV would be great for the growth of the sport.

He later backtracked and admitted: "I regret a few things I said in the beginning, stuff like growing the game.

"I should have just said it for what it was: this is good for my bank account, and I'm getting a runway to play the game of golf for as long as I possibly can."

It's thought that McDowell earned around $18million in the four years of LIV Golf.

He follows fellow Northern Irish man Tom McKibbin out the door, as well as the likes of Tyrrell Hatton, Ian Poulter, Louis Oosthuizen and Lucas Herbert.

“I’ve decided not to pursue LIV 2.0,” McDowell said.

“I’m grateful for the opportunity I’ve had over the last four years and want to thank everyone who has been part of that journey. I look forward to the next chapter in my career.”

Earlier this year, McDowell revealed that he was in talks with DP World Tour officials about returning for the 2027 season.

When with LIV, the 47-year-old was ineligible to represent Team Europe as a player, captain or as vice-captain.

Earlier this year,. Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) announced it will end financial backing for LIV Golf after the current season.

Justy 15 players have expressed an interest in committing to LIV Golf 2.0, according to a report from the Financial Times.