Jon Rahm Triumphs in LIV Golf with Remarkable Victory
Jon Rahm has once again etched his name into the annals of golf history by clinching his first individual title in LIV Golf, securing a hard-fought one-stroke victory with a final score of 13 under par. Displaying exceptional skill and composure, Rahm concluded his rounds with scores of 63, 70, and 67, beating out formidable competitors including Tyrrell Hatton, Joaquin Niemann, and Cameron Smith.
The Spanish sensation capitalized on a strong final day performance, where he scored 2 under on the front nine and executed three birdies across the first four holes of the back nine. However, a three-putt bogey on the par-3 17th hole added a touch of drama to his charge towards the title. Despite this setback, Rahm held his nerve and completed the tournament just ahead of Hatton, who narrowly missed a six-foot putt on the 18th green that would have forced a playoff.
"It's just emotional, you know, it hasn't been the easiest for our family," Rahm shared after his win. "Kelly and I have gone through quite a bit … and to get this one done — she did tell me our son Kepa said to bring a trophy from this stretch of golf. I started to believe it was going to happen at one point today, maybe not in the last 20 minutes, but at least I can look in the camera and say I am bringing one home for them."
Consistency in Excellence
This win underscores Rahm's remarkable consistency, marking his ninth straight top-10 finish in the nascent stages of his LIV Golf career. "Finally get one done. You never want to get those feelings to go on for too long, and to get over that hump feels quite incredible. It's been a fantastic week and a fantastic year and [I'm] just relieved that it happened," Rahm said with a palpable sense of achievement.
Earlier in the season, Rahm experienced some turbulent times, missing the cut at the PGA Championship and withdrawing before the U.S. Open in 2024. Nevertheless, his return to form highlights his resilience and competitive spirit. Notably, Rahm also secured a T7 finish at Royal Troon, adding to his impressive record.
Team Triumph
Adding to the victory celebrations, Legion XIII, the team Rahm contributes to, emerged victorious in the team competition, winning by three strokes over Ripper GC. Teammates Caleb Surratt and Kieran Vincent played pivotal roles in securing the team’s triumph, ensuring a well-rounded success for the event.
Looking Ahead to the Olympics
With this victory, Rahm is setting his sights on representing Spain in the upcoming Olympics at Le Golf National, partnering with fellow Spaniard David Puig. Rahm expressed his eagerness, saying, "I think that walk down 18 or down the back nine would have been a little bit harder had I not gotten a win, but getting over the hump and getting it done I think is going to give me a little extra confidence if I put myself in a good position on Sunday. I'm really looking forward to sharing the week with David. It's going to be fantastic, and hopefully, one of us can leave with the gold."
Rahm's victory is not merely a personal triumph but also a testament to his unyielding drive and dedication to the sport. As he continues to garner accolades and build his legacy, the golfing world watches in admiration, anticipating more stellar performances from the Spanish maestro.