Seems like the tides have seen a new high. Lately, the golf world has been thoroughly intrigued by the changing sides in the professional realm. Jon Rahm has been raking the headlines for speculations around him switching to the rumored $600 million LIV Golf turf. While the claims haven’t met a confirmed end yet, players and Rahm’s peers have been hinting at a move.
Amid all these speculatory claims and clashes, there is a sense of confusion and query that has made home the hearts of the viewers and fans. Those who know the player claim that the past pictures of rumors have been different for the player in comparison to his current mute stance.
Questions around Jon Rahm’s uncharacteristic silence amid LIV Golf rumors
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In the recent series of off-court events in the world of golf, sports writer Kyle Porter took to his X handle to share some of his observations and comments on the whole fiasco surrounding Jon Rahm and the LIV Golf move. As per the writer’s assertion, the silence with which the player has been dealing with the rumors is unlike him.
Porter wrote: “I have no idea whether Jon Rahm is or is not headed to LIV. What I do know is that he’s issued statements of denial in the past for much quieter rumormongering and reporting that has taken place over these last two weeks.”
There have been incidents in the past—like the 2023 Ryder Cup where Rahm dealt with controversial rumors and remarks about him with precision, and so his being missing in action this time around has left the fans confused, conspiring what the reason might be.
I have no idea whether Jon Rahm is or is not headed to LIV. What I do know is that he’s issued statements of denial in the past for much quieter rumormongering and reporting than has taken place over these last two weeks.
— Kyle Porter (@KylePorterCBS) December 1, 2023
As expected, a parcel of the game, fans have their own theories to back up their speculated claims, and some have decided to share their views with the world. Here’s a look at what the users have said.
Fans’ reaction and conspiracies surrounding Rahm’s rumored move
The replies section of the tweet brimmed with a slew of speculations and build-up stories about and around Jon Rahm and his speculated move.
A fan expressed disappointment over Rahm’s potential retirement talk and indifference to money matters. The user stated,
Jon was taking about being to retire already etc. & money didn’t matter bla bla bla if he goes it’s disappointing
— hacker bandit (@MrClubFace) December 1, 2023
Speculating on Jon Rahm’s future, a comment foresaw regret for accepting a $600 million deal. The netizen suggested that it may tarnish the golfer’s legacy and brand him as someone not true to his word.
When @JonRahmpga is old, he'll realise that accepting $600m to play in 54-hole exhibitions with shotgun starts really wasn't worth ruining his legacy in the game. And he'll also be remembered as a guy who ISN'T true to his word, no amount of money can mask the shame of that.
— Ronan McGrath (@RonanMcGrath) December 1, 2023
A fan called out the PGA Tour commissioner for mishandling the situation. The user then urged golf media to shift focus from players to the commissioner’s role in the ongoing saga, questioning the trust players can place in Jay Monahan
Instead of looking at players, can golf media please start mentioning how the PGA Tour commissioner completely fumbled this entire saga? How can any player trust Jay after the nonsense he’s put them through the last 2 years
— Spinek (@Bspin4) December 1, 2023
Predicting that if Jon Rahm accepts the deal, he may become rich but ultimately irrelevant in the golfing world. A fan highlighted the potential consequences of such a decision on the golfer’s career visibility.
If he goes he’ll join the list of golfers know one pays attention to anymore. He’ll be super rich, and irrelevant.
— WILLYwithAwhy (@WILLYwithAwhy99) December 1, 2023
A netizen pointed out the circumstances surrounding the player’s absence from recent pro golfing events under PGAT and the possible strain on friendships. The user’s comment suggested that acknowledging the truth about the situation may be challenging for some.
He backed out of the tgl, not playing this week, his two best friends in the game are both there. It’s not hard to see but hard to admit if you can’t handle truth
— one loss from retirement (@winnersorloser) December 2, 2023
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A fan expressed doubt about the rumored move and reflected on past statements and the difficulty of denying rumors spread by LIV Golf. The user left room for uncertainty and stated,
Based on what has said in past, doubt it. But who knows. But with the way LIV spreads rumors would think it would do be difficult to deny deny deny every time started rumor. Just maybe he has better things to do.
— Linda Renner (@LindaRenner11) December 1, 2023
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As the fans theorize what Rahm’s next move might be, what are your thoughts on this series of moving events? Let us know in the comments below!
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