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Bryson DeChambeau wins inaugural LIV Golf South Africa in playoff over Jon Rahm
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Bryson DeChambeau defeated Jon Rahm in a sudden-death playoff to claim the inaugural LIV Golf South Africa title at the Club at Steyn City in Johannesburg. Both finished regulation at 26-under par, with DeChambeau birdieing the par-5 18th in the first extra hole from a challenging mud-ball lie. The event drew massive crowds in a festival atmosphere with music and local culture, selling out tickets up to R75,000 and marking one of LIV Golf's biggest successes, with a confirmed return in April 2027.
The inaugural LIV Golf South Africa at Steyn City, where Bryson DeChambeau defeated Jon Rahm in a playoff for the individual title, drew 100,000 attendees and generated an estimated R750-800 million economic impact on Gauteng province, despite ongoing friction with the Sunshine Tour. Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie lauded the event's diversity while calling for collaboration across tours.
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Jon Rahm withdrew his 18-month appeal against DP World Tour sanctions on March 10, ending temporary membership privileges including 2025 Ryder Cup eligibility, but he refuses to pay over $3 million in fines. This follows his earlier rejection of a conditional settlement offer, as tensions continue over LIV Golf conflicts. Part of the 'Jon Rahm DP World Tour Dispute' series.
Jon Rahm and Thomas Detry are tied for the lead at 17 under par entering the final round of the HSBC LIV Golf Hong Kong, alongside Harold Varner III. Rahm chartered a private flight to help Detry and other players stranded in the Middle East due to regional conflict reach the tournament. The event at Hong Kong Golf Club has seen strong performances, with Smash GC leading the team standings.
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Carlos Ortiz fired a 10-under-par 60 to take a two-shot lead after the opening round of LIV Golf Hong Kong at Hong Kong Golf Club. The round marks the third 60 in LIV Golf history and positions Torque GC atop the team standings. Dean Burmester sits second at eight under par.
Brooks Koepka, a five-time major champion, has returned to the PGA Tour after departing LIV Golf, primarily to spend more time with his family in Florida. He is competing in the Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches, his hometown event, for the first time in three years. The move comes after personal challenges, including the loss of an unborn child.
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LIV Golf has transitioned from its disruptive origins to a phase focused on stability and expansion, with chief executive Scott O’Neil viewing South Africa as an ideal market. The league plans to host its inaugural event in the country next month at Steyn City, expecting significant economic benefits. This shift includes adopting a 72-hole format and seeking official recognition in world rankings.
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