Rahm opts for DP World Tour over LIV 2.0
Jon Rahm, the Spanish golfer, has chosen to return to the DP World Tour rather than join LIV Golf 2.0, saying he plans to spend 2027 there unless he gets clarity on a PGA Tour route. Rahm left LIV after disputing changes to the format and has not yet spoken with the PGA Tour. He said he would most likely accept the same terms Brooks Koepka received, which included a $5 million charity donation and loss of some Player Equity payouts, but he may have to serve a one-year suspension. LIV Golf filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in September after Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund withdrew support. Rahm is due to play the Abu Dhabi Aldar Championship at Yas Links this week, his first visit to Abu Dhabi.
Key facts
- Rahm gave up claims against LIV's bankruptcy estate reported at up to $150m.
- Rahm earned more than $100 million with LIV Golf, excluding his initial contract.
- Rahm won LIV's season-long individual title each year he competed on the tour.
- Only Brooks Koepka returned to the PGA Tour among four players offered the deal.
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Why it matters
Rahm's choice signals where a leading LIV player is heading after the league's collapse and restructuring.
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