ジョン・ラームは、LIVゴルフへの移籍から約2年半が経過した今、自身の決断に後悔はないと語った。2026年の全米プロゴルフ選手権を前に、2度のメジャー大会優勝経験を持つ同選手は、リーグの不透明な先行きについて見解を述べた。
ラームは火曜日、ペンシルベニア州ニュータウンスクエアのアロニミンク・ゴルフクラブで取材に応じた。同選手は、PGAツアーとの統合を迫るためにLIVゴルフに加わったわけではないと語った。また、サウジアラビアの公共投資基金（PIF）が2026年シーズン終了後の支援撤退を計画しているなど、決断後に状況が変化したことについても、後悔の念ではなく、あくまで付随的な事象であると述べている。
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LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil addressed uncertainty surrounding the league's future after the Saudi Public Investment Fund announced it will cease funding at the end of 2026. Speaking ahead of LIV Golf Virginia at Trump National D.C., O'Neil detailed plans for a new business model and new advisors. Top player Jon Rahm called for a clear business plan before committing further.
PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp said his organization is not yet focused on reintegrating players from LIV Golf. LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil is actively seeking new investors after the Public Investment Fund announced it will end its backing after the 2026 season.
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Jon Rahm has declined a settlement offered by the DP World Tour that would allow LIV Golf players to retain membership and Ryder Cup eligibility. The Spaniard accuses the tour of extorting players by imposing fines and additional event requirements. He proposes playing only the minimum four events but warns this stance could jeopardize his future in the Ryder Cup.
Jon Rahm secured his third LIV Golf victory of the season with a dominant performance at the HSBC LIV Golf Hong Kong, finishing at 23 under par. The Spaniard ended a 539-day winless streak with a final-round 64, beating Thomas Detry by three strokes. Meanwhile, Dustin Johnson's 4Aces GC claimed the team title, their first in 974 days.
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Jon Rahm has withdrawn his appeal against DP World Tour sanctions for competing in LIV Golf events without permission, expressing confidence in reaching an agreement to secure his eligibility for Team Europe's Ryder Cup team. Speaking ahead of The Masters, the Spaniard—facing over £2 million in outstanding fines—shifted from earlier criticism of the tour's proposals to optimism about a mutual solution.
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.
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Justin Rose has called on Jon Rahm to settle his fines with the DP World Tour to secure eligibility for the 2027 Ryder Cup. Speaking ahead of The Players Championship, Rose described the fines as a 'cost of doing business' while acknowledging Rahm's concerns over additional event requirements. This follows a tour announcement allowing eight LIV Golf players conditional releases upon payment and extra commitments.