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LIV Golf issues defiant response to OWGR's top-10 points caveat
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The Official World Golf Ranking has recognized LIV Golf events, awarding points to top finishers starting in 2026, but only the top 10 will receive them. LIV Golf welcomed the decision as long-overdue but sharply criticized the restriction as unprecedented and unfair. Players like Jon Rahm echoed the frustration, noting it could harm rankings for consistent performers outside the top 10.
Matthew Wolff and Harold Varner III, both former PGA Tour players, recorded the largest gains in the Official World Golf Ranking following the 2026 LIV Golf Hong Kong event. Wolff jumped 1,531 spots to 774th after a fifth-place finish, while Varner III climbed 796 places to 589th with a solo fourth. The event marked the third LIV tournament to award OWGR points this year.
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Anthony Kim secured his first victory in 16 years at the 2026 LIV Golf Adelaide event, defeating Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau. The win propelled him from 847th to 203rd in the Official World Golf Ranking, positioning him for potential appearances in the 2026 major championships. New rules recognizing LIV Golf points have opened pathways for Kim's return to majors since 2011.