In a stunning development, Masters winner Jon Rahm has inked a deal, reportedly around £400 million, to join the LIV Golf series, marking a pivotal moment for the controversial Saudi-backed tour.
Rahm, who ranks third globally, has made an unexpected shift by opting for the LIV Golf over the PGA Tour. This decision comes as a significant reversal from his previous stance, where he had consistently dismissed the idea of joining LIV Golf since its debut season in 2021.
“Here it is, the official announcement. Amidst all the speculation, some of it turned out to be true. I am indeed transitioning to LIV Golf,” Rahm disclosed in an interview with Fox News.
Additional details are expected soon.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Jon Rahm LIV Golf
Has Jon Rahm officially joined LIV Golf?
Yes, Jon Rahm has confirmed his move to LIV Golf in a deal reportedly worth up to £400 million, marking a significant change from his previous stance of staying with the PGA Tour.
What was Jon Rahm’s position in world golf rankings when he joined LIV Golf?
At the time of his decision to join LIV Golf, Jon Rahm was ranked as the world number three golfer.
How much is Jon Rahm’s deal with LIV Golf reportedly worth?
Jon Rahm’s deal with LIV Golf is reported to be around £400 million.
Did Jon Rahm previously express intentions to stay with the PGA Tour?
Yes, Jon Rahm had consistently expressed his intention to stay with the PGA Tour since the inception of LIV Golf in 2021, making his recent decision a significant reversal.
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4 comments
wow, Rahm really made the jump to LIV? that’s huge news! wonder how this will shake up the golf world…
£400m is a crazy amount of money, cant blame him but still, PGA will miss him for sure
didn’t see that coming! Rahm was all about PGA last year, talk about a u-turn
LIV Golf is really pulling in the big names now, PGA’s got some serious competition on their hands