Jon Rahm, the world’s third-ranked player and defending Masters champion, has made a groundbreaking decision to join the Saudi-backed LIV Golf in 2024, as reported by The Wall Street Journal. This move marks a significant shift in the professional golfing landscape and holds implications for the ongoing negotiations between the PGA Tour and the Saudi-backed circuit.
The Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF), the beneficiary of LIV Golf, has reportedly offered Rahm close to $550 million to join the league and will also grant him ownership of his LIV Golf team, a move highlighted by The Telegraph.
While Rahm has previously expressed his loyalty to the PGA Tour, recent events have indicated a shift in his stance. Despite his previous affiliations and commitments to the PGA Tour, several indications, such as his withdrawal from the TGL league and absence from The American Express tournament, have hinted at a change in direction for the acclaimed golfer.
Rahm’s decision to join LIV Golf, a league already associated with renowned players like Phil Mickelson and Sergio Garcia, signifies a monumental moment within the sport. This move is poised to have far-reaching implications for the balance of power in professional golf, potentially shifting negotiation dynamics between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf.
As the golfing world awaits the outcome of ongoing negotiations between the two entities, one thing remains certain – Jon Rahm’s decision to embrace LIV Golf has sent ripples through the industry, challenging the established order and underscoring the evolving dynamics within professional golf.
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