Anthony Kim
Anthony Kim claims LIV Golf Adelaide victory after long absence
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Anthony Kim secured his first professional golf win in 16 years by triumphing at LIV Golf Adelaide on February 15, 2026. The 40-year-old American overcame a five-shot deficit in the final round, shooting a bogey-free 63 to finish at 23 under par, three strokes ahead of Jon Rahm. Kim's comeback follows a 12-year hiatus marked by injuries and addiction struggles.
Anthony Kim, who recently won the LIV Golf Adelaide tournament after a 12-year hiatus, described the outpouring of support as 'very weird' during a press conference ahead of the LIV Golf Hong Kong event. The 40-year-old recovering addict explained that he is typically motivated by negativity rather than positivity. He expressed gratitude for messages from fans, particularly those facing similar struggles.
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Anthony Kim, who returned to professional golf after a 12-year hiatus, approaches equipment testing in an old-school manner focused on feel rather than modern data. On GOLF's Fully Equipped podcast, Johnny Wunder describes how Kim evaluates gear without relying on launch monitors or numbers. This method has contributed to Kim's recent success on LIV Golf.