Jon Rahm made his mark at The Open Championship, setting a course record at Royal Liverpool Golf Club. The Spanish golfer’s exceptional performance during the third round has catapulted him into contention for the prestigious Claret Jug. Let’s delve into the highlights of Rahm’s historic round and his chances of clinching a remarkable come-from-behind victory.
Amid favorable conditions on Saturday morning, Jon Rahm showcased his mastery of links golf with a flawless round of 8-under 63. Expressing his satisfaction, Rahm called it the best round he has ever played on a links golf course. This remarkable score not only served as the lowest round of the week but also marked a career-best for Rahm in a major championship.
Before his exceptional round, Rahm found himself at 2-over for the tournament. However, his breathtaking performance propelled him to solo second place at 6-under par by the end of the day. The Spaniard’s round comprised eight birdies, with six of them coming on the back nine. Rahm’s consistent play, devoid of any bogeys, showcased his ability to navigate the demanding seaside links with finesse.
Rahm’s third round commenced steadily, with four consecutive pars before a birdie on the easy par-5 5th. His round reached another level of greatness at the par-3 9th, where he sank a birdie putt from an impressive distance of 22 feet. Rahm’s momentum continued with four consecutive birdies, including a sensational long-range putt on the 16th hole that ignited a celebratory fist pump.
Frustration plagued Rahm on the 18th hole during the initial two rounds. However, on Saturday, he conquered this challenging par-5 by hitting a precise drive down the middle of the fairway. Rahm’s approach shot left him with an 11-foot birdie putt, which he confidently drained to conclude his historic round. With an early finish, Rahm now awaits the outcome of his competitors still battling adverse weather conditions.
Despite a significant deficit after 36 holes, Rahm remains focused and optimistic about his chances of securing the Claret Jug. His exceptional play in recent weeks and during The Open has provided him with an opportunity he is determined to seize. If Rahm were to triumph, he would become the first player since 1920 to overcome a 12-stroke or more deficit after 36 holes to win a major championship.
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