Brooks Koepka, a prominent golfer with three PGA Championship titles, is set to play in the Myrtle Beach Classic next week as he prepares for the PGA Championship starting May 14 at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. After parting ways with LIV Golf, Koepka is participating in this alternate-field event due to restrictions on sponsor exemptions. The Myrtle Beach Classic, which boasts a $4 million purse, serves as a crucial opportunity for Koepka to fine-tune his game. Winning this event would allow him to qualify for the Memorial and Travelers championships later in the season. Despite a recent missed cut at the Zurich Classic, Koepka has shown promise with four top-20 finishes in his last five stroke-play events, currently ranking 59th in the FedEx Cup standings. Tournament director Darren Nelson expressed enthusiasm about Koepka's commitment, highlighting its significance for both the event and the local community.