The duo were sanctioned for playing in LIV Golf events while still DP World Tour members, though they appealed and the cases have yet to be resolved.

Koepka’s return has been widely welcomed by many of the top professionals.

McIlroy appeared to get to grips with the new set-up immediately as he reached the turn in 31.

The Framework Agreement between the PGA Tour, DP World Tour and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund was due to be finalised by the end of the year.