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Golf – The 2020 Ryder Cup – Whistling Straits, Sheboygan, Wisconsin, U.S. – September 25, 2021 Team Europe’s Jon Rahm reacts after hitting a shot into the water hazard on the 5th hole during the Foursomes REUTERS/Brian Snyder
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Golf – The 2020 Ryder Cup – Whistling Straits, Sheboygan, Wisconsin, U.S. – September 25, 2021 Team Europe’s Jon Rahm reacts after hitting a shot into the water hazard on the 5th hole during the Foursomes REUTERS/Brian Snyder
Jon Rahm has turned the golf world tables. Recently, the player made it to the news headlines after withdrawing from the highly anticipated TGL fray—prior to the postponement news. The world no. 3 was to take the greens with the top golfers of this PGAT season, and so the takeback put the golfing realm in doubt, as the speculations about the PGA Tour player joining LIV Golf had already stirred the air.
This news was followed by an internet jab battle between the controversial American author Alan Shipnuck and LIV Golfer Phil Mickelson, who already were a part of the online conversation about Rahm’s addition to the league. Now, the results of weeks-long claims and speculations are finally out, and the repercussions of it have shaken the golf world standings.
LIV Golf League secures Jon Rahm in a shocking twist
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In the recent series of golfing events, @flushingitgolf took to their X handle and broke the news about the supposed confirmations of the rumors. The claims are now ascertained to ring louder—Jon Rahm has signed a supposed $600 million deal with LIV Golf and the player is likely to join the league in their next scheduled 2024 season.
As per the Flushing It tweet, multiple sources have confirmed the news to be true. The tweet reads: “Multiple sources on the player’s side have confirmed that Jon Rahm is a DONE deal to join the LIV Golf League. Jon has had a standout season this year, winning 4 times, including the Masters and he’ll be a huge asset to the league on and off the course.”
The tweet also suggested that Rahm’s decision to join has opened up multiple spots for additional players to join the LIV Golf League—referred to as a “second wave” of players. “This now clears the way for a second wave of players joining LIV, with multiple spots opening up. It’s expected to be announced next week,” the text added.
Multiple sources on the players side have confirmed that Jon Rahm is a DONE deal to join the LIV Golf League.
Jon has had a standout season this year, winning 4 times including the Masters and he’ll be a huge asset to the league on and off the course.
This now clears the way… pic.twitter.com/6RzY3w4Un7
— Flushing It (@flushingitgolf) November 30, 2023
As expected, the news took the golf world by shock. Many fans thought the sources, and the reports were hoaxes, while many others were happy with the move and deemed it to be clever seeing the looming $3 billion merger tussle between PGA Tour and PIF.
Fans react to the news about Jon Rahm’s LIV move
The reactions of the fans and avid golf enthusiasts were mixed and covered a wide range of beliefs and disbeliefs.
Seeing the events unfold, a fan’s comment reflected skepticism about Rahm’s decision to join the LIV Golf League. The user questioned the logic behind such a move, considering the perceived inferiority of the LIV Golf League, and emphasized Rahm’s importance to his legacy.
Don’t see the logic why he’d move. Inferior product. Legacy important to him. Sure there’s Phil and Sergio links but that’s it.
Whole professional game in limbo. Why not wait 1-2 months to see what comes of the PIF/PGA discussions before making a decision.
— Ben Swanton (@BenSwantonGolf) November 30, 2023
Another user acknowledged potential discontent among PGAT fans due to the golfer’s rumored move to the LIV Golf League. The user encouraged unhappy fans to direct their concerns towards PGA Tour and DPWT management, suggesting that watching LIV Golf is an alternative if they want to see more players from the league.
Going to be some unhappy PGAT fans in my mentions. They should be barking at PGAT/DP management if they want to see more LIV guys, or just watch LIV! 🤷♂️
— LIV Golf Enthusiast (@LIVGolfEnth) November 30, 2023
A fan expressed optimism about Rahm’s potential move to the LIV Golf League, considering it great for the league. The user mentioned rumors about Rahm negotiating for format changes within LIV Golf, sparking curiosity about the anticipated modifications.
If this is true, this is great for LIV. It was rumored that Rahm was negotiating for format changes in LIV and will be interesting to see what will be changing.
— James Eldersveld (@jeldeez) November 30, 2023
Another netizen’s comment suggested skepticism about the authenticity of the player’s move. The user questions Rahm’s previous statements, particularly, in case money gets cited as a reason for the switch.
If true, then everything he said was apparently a lie. Especially if he mentions the money as a reason. But I suspect he'll comment on his unhappiness with tour leadership as a big reason he is leaving.
— Ben Hogan 1953 (@TinCup2020) November 30, 2023
A user was doubtful about the validity of the news. The fan emphasized the need for Rahm himself to confirm the decision.
I’ll believe when I hear it from him. You and others have been wrong more than right about these things
— Ryan Broderick (@ryan_broderick) November 30, 2023
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A fan straight-up dismissed the possibility of Jon Rahm joining the LIV Golf League. They just made a statement in four words,
No way this happens 🙄
— golfxdiego (@golfxdiego) November 30, 2023
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As the shocker lands and settles on the greens, what are your thoughts about the move and Rahm’s current standing in the pro golfing world? Let us know in the comments below!
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