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Today Jon Rahm sent the golf world into a frenzy after his name was wiped off TGL’s official website and all other its social media pages. After this action, chaos followed, and numerous theories have been woven by fans and the media. A common idea that is coming to everyone’s head is that the reason for Rahm’s sudden disappearance is his joining of LIV Golf.

Famous golf journalist Alan Shipnuck, too, is sharing his opinion on the matter. Though he has some good things to say about the Spanish golfer, the author hopes that he won’t ignore his legacy for money.

Phil Mickelson rival joins the Jon Rahm TGL debate

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Alan Shipnuck is a known golf journalist. But he is more famous for his decades-old feud with LIV defector Phil Mickelson. A sworn enemy of the golfer, Shipnuck doesn’t let any opportunity slide when it comes to staining the name of Mickelson. And the move by Rahm has provided him with a golden opportunity.

The sudden disappearance of Jon Rahm from all TGL platforms has presented a mystery that everyone is trying to solve. But Shipnuck has faith in Rahm. He believes that despite being provoked and misdirected by Mickelson, Rahm will remain true to himself. Jumping on the scene, Alan has made a tweet about it.

Rahm’s been a long-standing lust object for LIV, and no doubt the Mickelsons’ (his pal Phil and former manager Tim) are in his ear. But Rahm’s the rare athlete who is not voracious for money. He cares about his legacy. The tour is a winning formula for him, so I’m dubious he would leave.” This is Shipnuck’s response to the matter.

However, the disappearance of Rahm has left the PGA Tour supporters worried that LIV has finally gotten their hands on him.

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Has Phil Mickelson given a warning to his rivals?

A few days ago, Mickelson made a statement that the PGA Tour would find alarming. He said, “The reality is, I’ve been fielding calls, as we all have, from players that are agents to PGA Tour players to DP World Tour players that want to come over. When players look at LIV, they are wanting to be a part of it.”

“Everybody here is happy and enjoying what we are doing, enjoying the team aspect of it, and enjoying each other and the camaraderie,” added Mickelson.

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It sure is a matter of concern for the rival tour, who are worried that strong players like Rahm might change tours and abandon them.

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